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Definition of crosscutting

crosscutting

/ˈkrɔːsˌkʌt.ɪŋ/
cross · cut · ting

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• adjective

1

Extending across or affecting multiple distinct groups, categories, disciplines, or areas of concern simultaneously.

Example

"Climate change is a crosscutting issue that requires close coordination among economic, environmental, and public health agencies."


2

Cutting across the main grain, axis, or rock strata rather than running parallel to it.

Example

"Geologists examined the crosscutting fault lines to determine the relative age of the volcanic rock layers."

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• noun

1

A film editing technique in which the camera alternates back and forth between two or more separate actions occurring simultaneously in different locations.

Example

"The director's skillful use of crosscutting heightened the suspense during the final sequence of the thriller."


2

The act or process of sawing or cutting wood, stone, or another material across its main grain or axis.

Example

"Always use a miter gauge when crosscutting narrow boards on a table saw to ensure a clean, square edge."

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Crosscutting. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/crosscutting
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