decussate
/dɪˈkʌseɪt/ · verb
Meaning
- To form an X or to cross or intersect.
- Crossed; intersected; resembling a letter X.
- Having anatomical structures or markings crossing each other, typically in an X shape or at right angles.
- Having opposite leaves arranged alternately at right angles.
- Consisting of two rising and two falling clauses, placed in alternate opposition to each other.
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