Definitions

1. noun

A hybrid of two different breeds or varieties, especially of dog, often implying inferior or mixed ancestry.

“The mongrel puppy inherited traits from both its mother and father.”

2. noun

A person or thing of mixed or impure origin, quality, or character.

“The artist’s work was a mongrel of different styles and techniques.”

3. verb

To crossbreed or mix different varieties, especially of plants or animals.

“The farmer mongreled the crops to improve their yield.”