noun which may take the genitive case particle 'no', noun
half-sibling (different father); uterine
Specifically refers to siblings who share the same mother but have different fathers. Often used in the phrase 種違い (たねちがい) as well.
See also: 種違い (たねちがい)
He grew up with his half-sibling from a different father.
different strain; hybrid; new variety
Used for plants, animals, or products that are a different breed, strain, or variety. Can imply something unusual or novel.
This flower is a new variety with an unusual color.
Compound of 種 (たね, 'seed; kind') and 変わり (かわり, 'change; difference'). The meaning 'half-sibling' likely derives from the idea of a different 'seed' (father).