also: こうざつ
noun
hybridization; crossing
Refers to the crossing of different species or varieties, especially in biology and agriculture. The form 交雑 (こうざつ) is more common.
See also: 交雑
雑交によって新しい品種が生まれた。
A new variety was created through hybridization.
この植物は自然雑交しやすい。
This plant hybridizes easily in nature.
Synonym with the same meaning; 交雑 is more frequently used and may be preferred in technical writing.
Compound of 雑 (ざつ, 'miscellaneous, mixed') and 交 (こう, 'cross, mix'), referring to mixing or crossing of different kinds.