cross-border

American

[kraws-bawr-der, kros-] / ˈkrɔsˌbɔr dər, ˈkrɒs- /

adjective

crossing an international border.

cross-border tourist traffic.

Etymology

Origin of cross-border

1890–95, for an earlier sense

Example Sentences

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A substantial share of cross-border loans and bonds are denominated in dollars.

From The Wall Street Journal

Iraq's autonomous Kurdistan region has long been a haven for Kurdish Iranian armed factions, which have repeatedly faced cross-border strikes from Iran.

From Barron's

Both sides also reported cross-border fire on Tuesday, but without casualties.

From Barron's

The exchange of fire comes after the two countries agreed a fragile ceasefire in October following deadly cross-border clashes, though subsequent fighting has taken place.

From BBC

Nepal is integrated with cross-border infrastructure in both directions: power lines from hydropower dams feed electricity to India, while China connects through its Belt and Road Initiative over the Himalayas via Tibet, and makes investments in airports and railways.

From Barron's

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