cross-file


cross–file

verb \-ˈfī(-ə)l\

Definition of CROSS-FILE

intransitive verb
: to register as a candidate in the primary elections of more than one political party
transitive verb
: to register (a person) as a candidate for more than one party

First Known Use of CROSS-FILE

1949

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