decussating

The word “decussating” has 4 syllables: de-cus-sat-ing

It's pronounced as /ˈdɛkəˌseɪtɪŋ/


What is synonym and antonym for decussating?

In the thesaurus, “decussating” has 5 synonyms.

Here are synonyms for decussating along with examples of usage in sentences.


Synonyms for decussating

  • bisecting
  • crisscrossing
  • crossing
  • cutting
  • intersecting

Meanings of decussating

  • verb
    1. To form an X or to cross or intersect.

Example Sentences

  • The fibers are decussating at the midbrain, allowing cross-communication between hemispheres.
  • Leaves are often decussating in pairs, creating a symmetrical pattern on the stem.
  • The process of decussating helps explain why one side of the brain controls the opposite side of the body.
  • The botanist observed the branches decussating as they grew in opposite directions.
  • The neural pathways are decussating to coordinate motor control efficiently.

On this page you'll find 5 synonyms or another words to decussating, such as: bisecting, crisscrossing, crossing, cutting, intersecting.

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