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Definition

verb. the transfer of pollen from one flower to another to help plants reproduce.

Example Sentence

The bee cross-pollinates the flowers, helping them reproduce.

More Example Sentences

Farmers want to cross-pollinate their crops.

Synonyms

fertilizes; hybridizes; breeds

Antonyms

self-pollinate; prevent pollination

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