Cross-breed

Alternative forms

• crossbreed more common

Full definition of cross-breed

Verb

1. To breed separate strains of the same species in order to create new traits.
2. To breed members of similar albeit distinct species, for example, horse X donkey = mule

Adjective

1. Of or pertaining to the offspring produced by cross-breeding.

Usage notes

Comparatives with almost the same meaning would be formed from crossbred or cross-bred.