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

Jones had announced she was training for the 2023 New York City Marathon in August of that year, then crossed the finish line on Nov. 5, 2023.

From Los Angeles Times

Trash grabbers were handed out as the group crossed the street together to begin the short hike.

From Los Angeles Times

The Yamuna river, which passes through the city, has crossed the danger mark over the past few days, flooding some low-lying areas.

From BBC

"I crossed the road and went to have breakfast but within an hour, I came back and everything was just gone."

From BBC

In August 55 small boats crossed the Channel.

From BBC

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