intersection

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intersection  /ˌɪn tər ˈsɛk ʃən/ ? Meaning of "intersection"

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Definition(s):

  1. (n) a point where lines intersect
  2. (n) a junction where one street or road crosses another
  3. (n) a point or set of points common to two or more geometric configurations
  4. (n) the set of elements common to two or more sets
  5. (n) a representation of common ground between theories or phenomena
  6. (n) the act of intersecting (as joining by causing your path to intersect your target's path)

Synonym(s)

crossing, crossroad, crossway, convergence, overlap, intersection point

Usage(s):

  1. Rahm Emanuel at the intersection of politics and policyand a lot of incoming arrows.
  2. He assumed that as always, local police had sealed off the intersection.
  3. The intersection turns out to be an entrance to Golden Gate Park.

Quotes

  1. "This was a real world incident and there was a breakdown at the intersection of homeland security and public health," Thompson said. "The government has numerous plans and policies in place to secure our communities, but they just didn't...
    on Sep 9, 2007 By: Bennie Thompson Source: Washington Post

  2. "Dick Darman was a brilliant, dedicated, and distinguished public servant, educator, and businessman who could direct traffic through the intersection of policy and politics as well as anybody I have ever known," said Baker, who worked with...
    on Jan 25, 2008 By: James A Baker III Source: Forbes

  3. "We believe the Chase accomplished the original goal - it made racing more competitive, made every race ...... mean more and created more excitement," NASCAR chairman Brian France said. "The key issue for us today is the intersection between...
    on Jan 22, 2007 By: Brian France Source: SI.com

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