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Hybrid Definition, Usage & Common Examples (2 meaning)
Meaning 1：a crossbreed (hybrid)
hybrid
/ˈhaɪ.brɪd/
n. adj.
Something that is a combination of two or more different things, creating a new form.
a crossbreed
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/ə ˈkrɒs.briːd/
n. adj.
It refers to something formed by combining two or more different elements to create a new entity.
📘 Details & Usage
📖 Root Explanation
From Latin 'hybrida', meaning a mongrel or crossbreed.
💡 Mnemonic
Think of 'high-brid' as bridging two high-quality breeds.
📖 Example
The new rice hybrid created in the lab has the drought resistance of one type and the high yield of another, helping farmers in dry areas.
A laboratory-developed rice variety combines drought resistance from one type with high yield from another, assisting farmers in arid regions.
🔗 Collocations
hybrid plant – a plant that is a cross between two different species or varieties
genetic hybrid – an organism resulting from the crossbreeding of genetically distinct parents
hybrid species – a species formed by the interbreeding of two different species
🔄 Synonyms
crossbreed (n.) – an offspring produced by crossing two different breeds or varieties
mixture (n.) – a substance made by mixing other substances together
blend (n.) – a combination of different things that produce a harmonious result
🚫 Antonyms
purebred (n.) – an animal or plant bred from parents of the same breed or variety
homogeneous (adj.) – consisting of parts all of the same kind
🌱 Derivatives
hybridize (v.) – to crossbreed or mix different species or varieties
hybridization (n.) – the process of creating hybrids by crossbreeding
📖 Cultural Story
Originates from Latin 'hybrida' for crossbreeds. Now common in technology, like hybrid cars combining petrol and electric power.
Meaning 2：dual-powered (hybrid)
hybrid
/ˈhaɪ.brɪd/
n. adj.
Describing something that is made by combining two different systems or parts to work together as one.
dual-powered
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/ˈdjuː.əl ˈpaʊəd/
n. adj.
Describes something that integrates two distinct systems to function as a unified whole.
📘 Details & Usage
📖 Example
To save money on fuel and reduce pollution, I decided to buy a hybrid car that uses both a petrol engine and an electric battery.
I opted for a car powered by both gasoline and electricity to cut fuel expenses and lower emissions.
🔗 Collocations
hybrid car – a vehicle that uses both an internal combustion engine and an electric motor
hybrid engine – a power system combining two different energy sources
hybrid technology – techniques or systems that integrate multiple components for efficiency
🔄 Synonyms
combined (adj.) – made by joining two or more things together
integrated (adj.) – with different parts combined into a unified whole
dual-system (adj.) – involving two separate systems working together
🚫 Antonyms
single-source (adj.) – derived from or powered by only one source
conventional (adj.) – based on traditional methods or single systems
🌱 Derivatives
hybridization (n.) – the process of combining different systems or elements
hybridize (v.) – to combine different systems or technologies
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