INTERCROSSES Synonyms: 12 Similar and Opposite Words

intercrosses

noun

plural of intercross

as in hybrids

an offspring of parents with different genes especially when of different races, breeds, species, or genera that pink rose is an intercross of red and white roses

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hybrids

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Plug-in hybrids and electric vehicles are more expensive up front and may be difficult to charge on some campuses.

— Chris Teague, AJC.com, 3 July 2026
While plants can stand up to four feet tall, numerous smaller hybrids are commercially available.

— Kim Toscano, Southern Living, 3 July 2026

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