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Hybrid

A '''hybrid''' is the combination of two or more different things, aimed at achieving a particular objective or goal. In different contexts this may refer to:
- In '''mythology''' and '''iconography'''
    - Mythological hybrid, a creature combining body parts of two or more species
- In '''biology''':
    - Hybrid (biology), the offspring resulting from cross-breeding of different plants or animals.
- In '''etymology''':
    - Hybrid word, a word with mixed etymologies
- In '''transportation''':
    - Hybrid electric vehicle, a car that combines a gasoline engine with electric motors.
    - Hybrid vehicle, a vehicle which uses a mixture of power or fuel sources
- In '''culture'''
    - Hybrid (metal band), a Spanish extreme metal band
    - Hybrid (producers), a British electronic music group
    - Hybrid (album), an album by Michael Brook
    - Hybrid (Gary Numan album), a remix album by Gary Numan
    - Hybrid (DC Comics), a DC Comics supervillain group
    - Hybrid (Marvel Comics), a name shared by two Marvel Comics characters
    - Hybrid (role-playing game), a spoof role-playing game
- In '''computers''' and '''electronics''':
    - Hybrid coupler, a type of directional coupler used in radio and telecommunications
    - Hybrid coil
    - Telephone hybrid, an electronic circuit used in telephones
- In '''finance''':
    - Hybrid security, an economic vehicle that combines elements of debt and equity
- In '''sports''':
    - Hybrid (golf), a type of golf club

See also

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- Hybridization

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