Decussately

/ˈdɛkəˌseɪtli/ adverb

Definition

In a manner of crossing or intersecting in an X shape; in a diagonal crossing pattern.

Etymology

From decussated with the -ly adverb suffix, creating an adverbial form meaning 'in a decussated manner' or 'in X-shaped fashion'.

Kelly Says

Architects and engineers use decussately-arranged structures for strength—the X-pattern distributes weight and force in ways that simple parallel arrangements cannot!

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