crossed

[krawst, krost]

adjective

Mathematics.

1. (of partial derivatives) mixed, especially of order two.

Other Word Forms

• well-crossed adjective

Word History and Origins

Origin of crossed¹

cross + -ed ²

Example Sentences

Because honestly, it is so counterproductive to allow influential voices to gaslight the country into forgetting the milestones it’s already crossed.

From Los Angeles Times

The Leopards hit back in the 28th minute through an unlikely source as Robbie Mulhern crossed for his first try in 19 months.

From BBC

“ICEBlock is designed to put ICE agents at risk just for doing their jobs, and violence against law enforcement is an intolerable red line that cannot be crossed,” Bondi’s statement read.

From Salon

“Like he said, ‘I can be a starting quarterback’ with his arms crossed like this.

From Los Angeles Times

"This time of year, we keep an eye on the weather and our fingers crossed. But we are resilient people and we know how to survive."

From BBC

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