transect

To divide by cutting transversely.

A usually straight line along which measurements or observations are made at regular intervals, as for purposes of ecological study.

To cut across; dissect transversely.

In phytogeography, a cross-section (or representation of one) of the vegetation of a station or larger unit.

to divide something by cutting transversely

a path along which a researcher moves, counts and records his observations

cut across or divide transversely