hybridism
/ˈhaɪbrɪdɪzəm/
noun
- The practice or process of combining two different things to create something new, especially in biology or technology.
- Many scientists study hybridism to understand how species evolve and adapt.
- The company's success is due to its hybridism of traditional craftsmanship and modern design.
- Hybridism in agriculture has led to crops that are more resistant to disease.
- A word or phrase formed by combining elements from different languages.
- Some people criticize hybridism in English, but it is a natural part of language growth.
- Linguists often analyze hybridism in languages that borrow heavily from others.
- The word 'television' is an example of hybridism, mixing Greek and Latin roots.
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