Synonyms: mongrel, mixed breed
Hybrid Sentence: The centaur, which is a hybrid of a man and a horse, is a creature in Greek mythology.
Under The Lens: Hybrid word etymology
A hybrid word is etymologically derived from two different languages. Most hybrid words in English are derived from Latin and Greek roots. Here are a couple of examples of hybrid words.
Automobile from Greek autos(self) and Latin mobilis(moveable)
Hyperactive from Greek hyper(over) and Latin activus(active)