intercross

/ˌɪntərˈkrɔs/

Definitions

1. verb

to cross or intersect, especially in order to breed or propagate plants or animals

“The botanist decided to intercross two species of flowers to create a new hybrid.”

2. noun

the act of crossing or intersecting, especially in order to breed or propagate plants or animals

“The intercross of the two species resulted in a unique and resilient plant.”

Synonyms

  • crossbreed
  • hybridize

Antonyms

  • isolate
  • purify