Crosscuts

/ˈkrɔːskəts/ noun

Definition

Plural form; cuts made across something at an angle, or in film, sequences that alternate between simultaneous scenes.

Etymology

Plural of 'crosscut,' using the regular English '-s' form. This term applies to both physical cutting (woodworking, sawing) and cinematic technique.

Kelly Says

Crosscuts in woodworking are tricky because they're more likely to splinter grain than lengthwise cuts—woodworkers have to use special saws and techniques to avoid ruining expensive wood!

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