as in hybrids
an offspring of parents with different genes especially when of different races, breeds, species, or genera
that pink rose is an intercross of red and white roses
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hybrids
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Ecole Duperré graduate Léonie Mauchant presented skirt-pantyhose hybrids made from mesh.—
Alex Wynne,
Footwear News,
30 Jan. 2026 -
According to Mattus, the tree is relatively new to the invasive species list, but many states are now outlawing its sale—even the hybrids.—
Jennifer Lobb,
Martha Stewart,
30 Jan. 2026
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“Intercrosses.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/intercrosses. Accessed 6 Feb. 2026.
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