crossed

American

[krawst, krost] / krɔst, krɒst /

adjective

Mathematics.

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

Other Word Forms

well-crossed adjective

Etymology

Origin of crossed

cross + -ed ²

Example Sentences

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Leo Darrelatour crossed to prevent Catalans from being blanked but there was still time for James McDonnell to add an eighth try for Leeds.

From BBC • Apr. 24, 2026

When asked about this, an FBI spokesperson replied that investigators were “concerned” that “aggressive reporting techniques crossed lines of stalking.”

From Salon • Apr. 24, 2026

Letexier then made the crossed arms gesture, which was introduced by Fifa in May 2024, to signal racist abuse.

From BBC • Apr. 24, 2026

BA was charging $15,000 for the same ticket, so Kahl booked it instantly and crossed her fingers.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 22, 2026

I dipped into the shadows or crossed the street if I saw a loiterer on the sidewalk or partiers rolling out of a building.

From "The Red Car to Hollywood" by Jennie Liu

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