Mule
Mule noun - Hybrid offspring of a male donkey and a female horse; usually sterile.
Mongrel
Mongrel noun - An offspring of parents with different genes especially when of different races, breeds, species, or genera.
Usage example: mongrels often suffer fewer health problems than purebreds
Mutual synonyms
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