intersection Meaning & Definition
/ˈɪn(t)ə(ɹ)ˌsɛkʃən/
What Does Intersection Mean?
As a noun, intersection means The junction of two (or more) paths, streets, highways, or other thoroughfares. It can also mean Any overlap, confluence, or crossover.
Quick Facts About Intersection
| Part of speech | noun |
|---|---|
| Pronunciation | /ˈɪn(t)ə(ɹ)ˌsɛkʃən/ |
| Synonyms | convergence, product and overlap |
| Plural | intersections |
Intersection Definition (Noun)
- The junction of two (or more) paths, streets, highways, or other thoroughfares.
- Any overlap, confluence, or crossover.
- The point or set of points common to two geometrical objects (such as the point where two lines meet or the line where two planes intersect).
- The set containing all the elements that are common to two or more sets.
- The element where two or more straight lines of synchronized skaters pass through each other.
- The pullback of a corner of monics.
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Noun
- The element where two or more straight lines of synchronized skaters pass through each other.http//www.isu.org/vsite/vcontent/content/transnews/0,10869,4844-128590-19728-18885-295370-3787-4771-layout160-129898-news-item,00.html
Synonyms of Intersection
convergenceproductoverlapcrossroadcrosswayintersection pointpoint of intersectioncarrefourcrossingcrossroads
Intersection synonyms and antonyms →Word Forms & Grammar
intersection (plural intersections)
Words That Rhyme With Intersection
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Origin of Intersection
From Middle French intersection and its etymon Latin intersectiō.[1][2] By surface analysis, intersect + -ion.
Common Questions About Intersection
What part of speech is intersection?
Intersection is a noun.
What is another word for intersection?
You can replace intersection with words such as convergence, product and overlap. See the full list of intersection synonyms and antonyms.
What is the plural of intersection?
The plural of intersection is intersections.