Intersection Definition & Meaning

intersection
noun
  1. a point where lines intersect
  2. a junction where one street or road crosses another
  3. a point or set of points common to two or more geometric configurations
  4. the set of elements common to two or more sets; "the set of red hats is the intersection of the set of hats and the set of red things"
  5. a representation of common ground between theories or phenomena; "there was no overlap between their proposals"
  6. the act of intersecting (as joining by causing your path to intersect your target's path)

"Intersection" in song lyrics

See how intersection is used in real songs:

  • "The lamp like suttle traffic funnel through they intersection"
    Atoms Family — Streetlamp Confessions
  • "But I keep mashing, speeding through the intersection"
    Boss Hogg Outlawz — Boss Hogg Outlawz
  • "I'm swanging and banging, breaking off the intersection"
    Boss Hogg Outlawz — I'm Fresh

Usage tips for "intersection"

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