“横截面”常见的英文表达是 cross-section(也可写作 cross section,两者意思相同,在正式语境中 cross-section 更常用一些 )。
例句:
This diagram shows the cross-section of the human brain.(这个图表展示了人脑的横截面。)
We need to examine the cross-section of the metal rod to check for any defects.(我们需要检查金属棒的横截面,看看是否有任何缺陷。)