cross-cultural

adjective

cross-cul·​tur·​al ˈkrȯs-ˈkəlch-rəl How to pronounce cross-cultural (audio)
-ˈkəl-chə-
: dealing with or offering comparison between two or more different cultures or cultural areas
cross-culturally adverb

Examples of cross-cultural in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web That finding is cross-cultural, across languages, across people groups. David E. Clementson, The Conversation, 16 May 2024 This venture underscores our commitment to fostering cross-cultural exchanges and celebrating the rich tapestry of human experiences and stories. Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 15 May 2024 According to the company, the simulations include handling polarizing topics in the workplace, navigating divisive conversations, leading performance management, and managing cross-team and cross-cultural conflict. Jasmine Browley, Essence, 13 May 2024 The second type is the Adams Incubator, where the theater invites artists from the Berkshires and beyond to use its physical space to develop bold, original works that foster cross-cultural and cross-disciplinary collaborations. Tyler Shepherd, USA TODAY, 10 May 2024 The attraction between the star-crossed, cross-cultural couple is electric and propulsive, lasting for years with unmitigated intensity. Jennifer Wilson, The New Yorker, 6 May 2024 Each year, these 40+ films provide a nuanced view of American life, reflect the diversity of the American experience, and provide space for cross-cultural dialogue with a wide range of international audiences. Detroit Free Press, 2 May 2024 Santa Fe Klan is bringing cross-cultural collaborators into his barrio. Tomás Mier, Rolling Stone, 25 Apr. 2024 Some years ago, when he was featured in a video for a nonprofit that promotes cross-cultural communication, that distinction became clear. Montserrat Andrée Carty, Longreads, 23 Apr. 2024

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Word History

First Known Use

circa 1942, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of cross-cultural was circa 1942

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“Cross-cultural.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/cross-cultural. Accessed 23 May. 2024.

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