crossing over

• Expresión que designa el acto de pasar de un lado o de un estado a otro, usada a menudo de forma metafórica para referirse a la muerte, a la mezcla o tránsito entre géneros o estilos, o al paso a otro ámbito o categoría.

An expression referring to the act of moving from one side or state to another, often used metaphorically to describe death, transitioning between genres or styles, or moving into a different field or category.

1. Transition or changeB2formal

   The act of moving from one state, place, or situation to another.

   Transición o cambio

   • The crossing over from childhood to adulthood is a significant period.
   • The company is crossing over into new markets.
   • The crossing over of the river was dangerous due to the strong current.

2. Genetic recombinationC1formal

   The exchange of genetic material between homologous chromosomes during meiosis.

   entrecruzamiento cromosómico

   • Crossing over increases genetic diversity in offspring.
   • The process of crossing over occurs during prophase I of meiosis.
   • Scientists study crossing over to understand inheritance patterns.

3. Artistic or cultural shiftB2informal

   When an artist or performer moves from one genre or audience to another.

   cruce de géneros

   • The singer's crossing over from country to pop music was a huge success.
   • The film represents a crossing over from independent cinema to mainstream.
   • His crossing over into comedy surprised his fans.