Why is a pattern of crossing lines called a 'crisscross?'

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Crisscross: A pattern in the form of crossed lines, the word "crisscross" was inspired by the shape of the Christian cross. In its original English form, it was "christcross". http://www.ucalgary.ca/~ruan/wo3.htm Sep 13 03, 11:26 PM

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