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Decussate

/dɪˈkʌseɪt/

To form an X or to cross or intersect.

📖 Definitions of "Decussate"

verb
  1. 1

    To form an X or to cross or intersect.

adjective
  1. 1

    Crossed; intersected; resembling a letter X.

  2. 2

    Having anatomical structures or markings crossing each other, typically in an X shape or at right angles.

  3. 3

    Having opposite leaves arranged alternately at right angles.

  4. 4

    Consisting of two rising and two falling clauses, placed in alternate opposition to each other.

    "a decussated period"

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