I think about the hybrid/melee ranger DPS as a Witcher like Geralt of Rivia, an expert with light swords (weapons) , fighter in leather/mail with few very basic magic spells, like axia sign that he uses to calm Roach (his horse) and to hypnotize weak minds, and Yrden sign worked like a immobilizing electric trap spell in the 2nd game, and physical traps, weapon oils, poisons to buff your weapons and exploit your enemies weaknesses, potions to buff your self to resist the adverse effects from your enemies. (Damn those freezing potions from the Witcher 3 were my favorites, they looked like the Witcher 2 trailer).
I will say it again, Rangers are fighters with a Nature affinity, masters of survival and hunt, and protecting territories, not just archers.
Hunting involves knowing yourself and studying your enemies/preys and taking advantage of that. (Not just hitting things with a bow).
A Ranger protecting involves knowing his land, his territory to take advantage of it.