decussate

[US]/dɪˈkʌseɪt/
[UK]/dɪˈkʌseɪt/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

v.to cross or intersect in the form of an X
adj.crossed or intersected in the form of an X
Word Forms
Past Tensedecussated
Past Participledecussated
Third Person Singulardecussates
Present Participledecussating

Phrases & Collocations

decussate fibers

decussate pathways

decussate signals

decussate nerves

decussate tracts

decussate structures

decussate connections

decussate patterns

decussate arrangement

decussate orientation

Example Sentences

the nerves decussate at the brainstem, allowing for cross-communication.

in some species, the blood vessels decussate to optimize circulation.

during development, the axons decussate to reach their target areas.

the visual pathways decussate at the optic chiasm for better processing.

in anatomy, structures that decussate often show complex interconnections.

the fibers decussate in the spinal cord, affecting motor control.

decussate patterns can be seen in various biological systems.

the crossing over of the limbs in some animals is a decussate feature.

research shows that the pathways decussate to enhance sensory input.

in neurobiology, understanding how fibers decussate is crucial.

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