Phrases with «hybrid vigor»

"Hybrid vigor" refers to the increased strength, health, or productivity that results from breeding different varieties or species together. It means that when you mix different things, they can often become stronger or more successful. Full definition

Sentences with «hybrid vigor»

  • Teasing out the hidden subtleties of a type of hybrid vigor involving just one gene has provided the scientists with means to tweak the length of time that bushy tomato varieties can produce flowers. (sciencedaily.com)
  • Some experts believe in hybrid vigor — the idea that mixed breed dogs are inherently healthier than purebred dogs because they have a lower risk for inherited health problems. (animalso.com)
  • This is due to what geneticists call hybrid vigor(apsofdurham.org)
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