well-crossed
adjective Mathematics.
(of partial derivatives) mixed, especially of order two.
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cross
O.E. cros, from O.Ir. cros, probably via Scandinavian, from L. crux (gen. crucis) "stake, cross," originally a tall, round pole; possibly of Phoenician origin. Replaced O.E. rood.
cross
"ill-tempered," 1630s, probably from 16c. sense of "contrary, athwart," especially with reference to winds and sailing ships, from cross (n.).
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Well-crossed
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cross  (krôs) Pronunciation Key
Noun A plant or animal produced by crossbreeding; a hybrid. Verb To crossbreed or cross-fertilize plants or animals. |
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cross (so) (up) definitionand cross up (so )
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Dictionary of American Slang and Colloquial Expressions by Richard A. Spears.Fourth Edition.
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