1. to cross one with another; to breed by crossing different varieties or breeds
Usage: biology; genetics
2. to cross each other; to intersect

1. the act or result of intercrossing; a hybrid produced by crossing
Usage: biology; genetics

Examples

• Scientists intercross different plant varieties to develop disease-resistant crops.
• The researchers decided to intercross the two mouse strains for their experiment.
• The hiking trails intercross at several points throughout the forest.
• The railroad tracks intercross just outside the city limits.
• The intercross between the two breeds produced offspring with desirable traits.
• This intercross shows characteristics from both parent species.