crossover

• Nom désignant un point ou un processus de croisement, d'échange mutuel ou de fusion entre différentes catégories, groupes ou styles, par exemple en génétique, en politique, en musique ou sur des trajets physiques.

A noun referring to a point or process of transition, interchange, or combination between different sections, groups, or styles, such as in genetics, politics, music, or physical pathways.

1. Genetic exchangeC1formalscientific

   The exchange of genetic material between paired chromosomes during the prophase of meiosis, leading to new combinations of genes.

   Enjambement chromosomique

   • Crossover during meiosis increases genetic diversity in offspring.
   • The process of crossover occurs between homologous chromosomes.
   • Scientists studied the frequency of crossover events in the genome.

   Synonymescrossing overrecombination

2. Cross-party voterB2formalamericanpolitical

   A voter registered with one political party who chooses to vote in the primary election of another party.

   Électeur votant à la primaire d'un autre parti

   • Crossover voters can significantly influence primary election outcomes.
   • The candidate appealed to crossover voters from the opposing party.
   • Some states restrict crossover voting in their primaries.

3. Genre blendingB2informalart

   The act of combining elements from different styles or genres, especially in popular music, to attract a broader audience.

   Mélange des genres

   • The band's crossover between rock and hip-hop was a huge success.
   • Her album is a crossover of jazz and electronic music.
   • Crossover hits often top multiple music charts.

   Synonymesblendcross-pollinationfusionhybridmix

4. Crossing pathB1formal

   A designated path or area, often marked, where one can cross a street, railroad, or other barrier to reach the other side.

   Passage pour piétons / passage à niveau

   • Use the pedestrian crossover to safely cross the busy road.
   • The railroad crossover was closed for maintenance.
   • A marked crossover helps pedestrians navigate the intersection.

   Synonymescrossingcrosswalkpedestrian crossingzebra crossing