Hybridization

Pronunciation

• UK IPA: /haɪ.bɹɪd.aɪˈzeɪ.ʃən/

Alternative forms

• hybridisation

Origin

• hybrid + -ization

Full definition of hybridization

Noun

1. The act of hybridizing, or the state of being hybridized.
1. (chemistry) The linear combination of atomic orbitals in a molecule to form hybrid orbitals.
2. (botany) The process of breeding a mixed offspring from two different strains or species of plant.
2. (transport) the conversion of a fleet of vehicles to hybrids.