crossband

[ kraws-band, kros- ]

noun

, Zoology, Botany.

1. a band or stripe that encircles horizontally.

Other Words From

• crossbanded adjective

Word History and Origins

Origin of crossband¹

cross- + band ²

Example Sentences

On his back he displays a symbol, composed of two rolls united by a crossband, which is met with in Maya and Mexican Codices.

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