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intercrossing

/ˌɪntəˈkrɒsɪŋ/

/ˌɪntərˈkrɔsɪŋ/

intercrossingnoun

Technical/biological sense: the act or process of intercrossing.

Definitions

The act or process of crossing or breeding between different lines, varieties, or species.

Intercrossing of the two plant varieties produced stronger offspring.

intercrossinggerund / present participle

Used attributively for something that crosses or intersects with something else.

Definitions

Crossing or intersecting one another.

The intercrossing roads formed a confusing junction.

intercrossverb

intercrossing

Gerund

intercrossed

Past Simple

intercrossed

Past Participle

intercrossing

Gerund

/ˌɪntəˈkrɒs/

/ˌɪntərˈkrɔs/

Translations

Scientists often intercross different plant species to create hybrids.

Учёные часто скрещивают разные виды растений, чтобы создать гибриды.

Definitions

To crossbreed or hybridize different species or varieties.

The botanist aimed to intercross the two plant species to create a more resilient hybrid.

To intersect or cross each other.

The paths intercross at several points throughout the park, creating a complex network of trails.

Synonyms

intercrossnoun

Definitions

The act or process of crossbreeding or hybridizing different species or varieties.

The intercross of the two plant species resulted in a new hybrid with unique characteristics.

A hybrid or offspring resulting from the crossbreeding of different species or varieties.

The intercross exhibited traits from both parent species, making it a valuable addition to the breeding program.