Framing the Study Domain

Hybridity has long been a focal point across numerous disciplines, particularly within the realms of social sciences and humanities.1 The interdisciplinary interdependencies within these fields have led to the development of new theories, the evolution of established concepts, and the emergence of new study focuses (Bachmann-Medick, 2016, pp. 1–3). In ascribing hybridity theory to a wide range of disciplines, especially those concerned with language and culture, scholars have explored diverse conceptualizations of hybridity. This has enriched our understanding by unearthing new horizons of the concept and tailoring new perceptions to specific areas of inquiry.