hybridity
/haɪˈbrɪdɪti/
Definition
The state of being composed of diverse, integrated cultural or intellectual elements rather than a singular, pure source.
Etymology
Derived from the Latin 'hibrida', meaning the offspring of two different species or a mongrel. It entered English in the 19th century, evolving from its biological roots to describe the mixing of cultural or social systems.
In the news
The author uses this term to argue that civilizations are not monolithic entities destined to clash, but rather complex, evolving systems that naturally absorb and blend various cultural and intellectual influences. This perspective challenges the idea of rigid, isolated civilizations championed by proponents of clash theories.
The Clash Of Imperialist States And Cooperative Civilizations – OpEd
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