Decussation
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /dɛkʌˈseɪʃən/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Decussation is a noun meaning A crossing or intersection of lines etc. so as to form an X-shape.
Meaning
A crossing or intersection of lines etc. so as to form an X-shape.
Example Sentences
[…] which being doubled at the angle, makes up the Letter χ, that is the Emphaticall decussation, or fundamentall figure.
Word Forms
- decussations
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include tegmental, intersection, crossroads, chiasm, countercross, interlocking.
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