hybrid vigor meaning

UK US /ˈhaɪbrəd ˈvɪɡɚ/ 4 syllables

hybrid vigor (noun): (genetics) the tendency of a crossbred organism to have qualities superior to those of either parent.

Definition of hybrid vigor

  1. (genetics) the tendency of a crossbred organism to have qualities superior to those of either parent

    Synonyms: heterosis

    Type of: tendency

How to pronounce hybrid vigor

hybrid vigor is pronounced /ˈhaɪbrəd ˈvɪɡɚ/ in American English. It has 4 syllables.

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