as in hybrid
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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Noun
  • The live-action toon hybrid is from filmmaker Peter Atencio, off a script by Kevin Burrows and Matt Mider.
    Anthony D'Alessandro, Deadline, 3 June 2025
  • This mailbox-slash-planter hybrid makes fetching your mail feel like a walk in the garden.
    Blake Bakkila, Architectural Digest, 3 June 2025
Noun
  • The 23-year-old chopped past his opponent before whipping in a right-footed cross in the direction of Chelsea forward Nicolas Jackson.
    Thomas Schlachter, CNN Money, 28 May 2025
  • Kourtney accessorized the look with two cross necklaces and a pair of black-rimmed spectacles, while also showing off her engagement ring and wedding band.
    Kirsty Hatcher, People.com, 28 May 2025
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“Intercross.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/intercross. Accessed 10 Jun. 2025.

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