hybridization; crossing
Biological term for crossing different species, varieties, or strains to produce hybrids.
A new variety was created through the hybridization of different breeds.
This plant hybridizes easily in nature.
mixing; intermingling
General mixing of different elements, often used for cultures, ideas, or populations. Less common than the biological sense.
The mixing of different cultures gave birth to new art.
hybrid; crossbreed
backcrossing
Compound of 交 (interchange, mix) and 雑 (miscellaneous, mix). The exact historical derivation is uncertain, but the combination naturally conveys mixing or crossing.