hybrid
Translation
hybrid, crossbreed, mixture
Examples
My new car is a hybrid.
My new car is a hybrid.
A mule is a hybrid of a horse and a donkey.
A mule is a hybrid of a horse and a donkey.
The music is a hybrid of rock and jazz.
The music is a hybrid of rock and jazz.
Grammar Patterns
((a/an)) hybrid ((of sth. and sth.)) a mixture of two or more different things The music is a hybrid of rock and jazz.
Similar Words
Synonyms: crossbreed, mixture, combination, composite
Etymology
From Latin 'hybrida', meaning 'offspring of a tame sow and a wild boar', suggesting a mix of different origins.
Memory Tips
Think of a 'hybrid' car, which combines two power sources: petrol and electricity. This 'two-in-one' idea applies to all meanings.