hybrid

[ˈhaɪbrɪd]

hybrid Definition

  • 1a thing made by combining two different elements; a mixture
  • 2an animal or plant produced from parents of different breeds, varieties, species, or genera

Using hybrid: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "hybrid" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The car is a hybrid of gasoline and electric power.

  • Example

    The hybrid of a lion and a tiger is called a liger.

  • Example

    This flower is a hybrid of two different species.

hybrid Synonyms and Antonyms

Phrases with hybrid

  • a military strategy that blends conventional warfare, irregular warfare, and cyberwarfare

    Example

    The country was under attack by hybrid warfare from foreign powers.

  • a vehicle that uses both gasoline and electric power to run

    Example

    Hybrid vehicles are becoming more popular as people become more environmentally conscious.

  • music that combines elements from different genres or cultures

    Example

    The band's music is a hybrid of rock and traditional African rhythms.

Origins of hybrid

from Latin 'hybridus', meaning 'of mixed character'

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Summary: hybrid in Brief

The term 'hybrid' [ˈhaɪbrɪd] refers to a combination of two different elements, such as a car that runs on both gasoline and electricity. It can also refer to an animal or plant produced from parents of different breeds, varieties, species, or genera, like a liger. The term extends into phrases like 'hybrid warfare,' which blends different types of warfare, and 'hybrid music,' which combines elements from different genres or cultures.

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