What is "cross-linking"

cross-link \cross-link\ v. t. [imp. & p. p. cross-linked, p. pr. & vb. n. cross-linking.] (Chem., Biochem.) to create cross links in; -- of polymeric molecules.

Cross-linking may refer to

• Cross-link, a chemical bond of one polymer chain to another
• Corneal collagen cross-linking, a parasurgical treatment for corneal ectasia and keratoconus