cross-file


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cross-file

(krôs′fīl′, krŏs′-)
tr. & intr.v. cross-filed, cross-fil·ing, cross-files
To register (someone) or be registered as a candidate in the primaries of more than one political party.
cross′-fil′er n.
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cross′-file′



v.i., v.t. -filed, -fil•ing.
to register as a candidate in the primary elections of more than one party.
[1870–75]
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ThesaurusAntonymsRelated WordsSynonymsLegend:
Verb1.cross-file - have one's name listed as a candidate for several parties
register
campaign, run - run, stand, or compete for an office or a position; "Who's running for treasurer this year?"
slate - enter on a list or slate for an election; "He was slated for borough president"
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