Definitions

1. noun

a mythological creature, typically depicted as a monstrous being with the physical features of different animals, such as a lion’s body, an eagle’s head, and a serpent’s tail; a creature composed of disparate parts.

“The medieval tapestry depicted a chimera with the body of a lion and the head of a goat.”

2. noun

an impossible or absurd mixture of different things, especially when combined in a way that is considered to be strange or unnatural.

“The company’s new product was a chimera of a smartphone and a laptop, but it failed to appeal to customers.”

3. verb

to combine different things in an impossible or absurd way, especially in order to create something new or innovative.

“The artist tried to chimera different styles to create a unique piece of art.”