Dictionary
cross–pollination
noun cross–pol·li·na·tion \ˌkrȯs-ˌpä-lə-ˈnā-shən\
Definition of CROSS-POLLINATION
1
: the transfer of pollen from one flower to the stigma of another
2
: cross-fertilization 2 <cross–pollination of fantasy and realism>
See cross-pollination defined for kids ADVERTISEMENT
First Known Use of CROSS-POLLINATION
1882
Learn More About CROSS-POLLINATION
Browse
Next Word in the Dictionary: cross productPrevious Word in the Dictionary: cross–pollinateAll Words Near: cross-pollination
ADVERTISEMENT
Seen & Heard
What made you want to look up cross-pollination? Please tell us where you read or heard it (including the quote, if possible).