noun
hybridization; crossing
Biological term for crossing different species, varieties, or strains to produce hybrids.
異なる品種の交雑によって新しい品種が生まれた。
A new variety was created through the hybridization of different breeds.
この植物は自然交雑しやすい
This plant hybridizes easily in nature.
noun
mixing; intermingling
General mixing of different elements, often used for cultures, ideas, or populations. Less common than the biological sense.
異文化の交雑が新しい芸術を生んだ。
The mixing of different cultures gave birth to new art.