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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The vessel's navigation data showed it crossed via a new Iranian-approved route through its waters, dubbed the "Tehran Toll Booth" by leading shipping journal Lloyd's List.

From Barron's • Apr. 3, 2026

Closer to home, many Americans are increasingly wary of higher prices at the petrol pump, which this week crossed the average of $4 a gallon for the first time in years.

From BBC • Apr. 1, 2026

That’s when the widely followed short-term trend tracker — the 50-day moving average — crossed below the 200-day moving average, which many view as a dividing line between longer-term uptrends and downtrends.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 31, 2026

It’s just making sure our i’s are dotted and our t’s are crossed.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 30, 2026

I pulled my hand back and crossed my arms.

From "The Red Car to Hollywood" by Jennie Liu

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