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   Cross

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   noun

   • 1. a mark, object, or figure formed by two short intersecting lines or pieces (+ or ×): "cut a cross in the bark with a sharp knife"
   • ▪ a cross (×) used to show that something is incorrect or unsatisfactory.
   • ▪ a cross-shaped decoration awarded for personal valor or indicating rank in some orders of knighthood: "the Military Cross"
   • ▪ the constellation Southern Cross.
   • 2. an upright post with a transverse bar, as used in antiquity for crucifixion. Similar crucifixrood
   • ▪ the cross on which Jesus was crucified: "the sacrifice of Jesus on the cross"
   • ▪ a cross, or a representation of it, as an emblem of Christianity: "she wore a cross around her neck"
   • ▪ short for sign of the cross (see sign)
   • ▪ a staff surmounted by a cross carried in religious processions.
   • ▪ something unavoidable that has to be endured: "she's just a cross we have to bear" Similar burdentroubleworrytrialtribulationafflictioncursebanehardshipvicissitudemisfortuneadversitymillstonealbatrossmiserywoepainsorrowsufferingtormentthorn in one's fleshthorn in one's sideinformal:hasslestressheadachearchaic:cumberOpposite blessing
   • 3. an animal or plant resulting from crossbreeding; a hybrid: "a Devon and Holstein cross" Similar hybridhybridizationcrossbreedmixed breedhalf-breedhalf bloodmixtureamalgamblendcombinationcompositeconglomeratemongrelcur
   • ▪ a mixture or compromise of two things: "the system is a cross between a monorail and a conventional railroad"
   • 4. a pass of the ball across the field toward the center close to one's opponents' goal: "Beckham's low cross was turned into the net by Cole"
   • ▪ a blow delivered across and over the opponent's lead: "a right cross"

   verb

   • 1. go or extend across or to the other side of (a path, road, stretch of water, or area): "he has crossed the Atlantic twice" Similar travel acrossgo acrosscut acrossmake one's way acrosstraverserange overtramp overwander overnegotiatenavigatecoverspanbridgearchfordgo acrossextend acrossstretch acrosspass overarch overvault over
   • ▪ go across or climb over (an obstacle or boundary): "he attempted to cross the border into Jordan" Similar travel acrossgo acrosscut acrossmake one's way acrosstraverserange overtramp overwander overnegotiatenavigatecover
   • ▪ (especially of an artist or an artistic style or work) begin to appeal to a different audience, especially a wider one: "a talented animator who crossed over to live action"
   • 2. pass in an opposite or different direction; intersect: "the two lines cross at 90°" Similar intersectmeetjoinconnectcrisscrossinterweaveintertwine
   • ▪ cause (two things) to intersect: "cross the cables in opposing directions"
   • ▪ place (something) crosswise: "Michele sat back and crossed her arms"
   • ▪ (of a letter) be sent before receipt of another from the person being written to: "our letters crossed"
   • 3. draw a line or lines across; mark with a cross: "cross the t's"
   • ▪ mark or annotate (a check), typically by drawing a pair of parallel lines across it, to indicate that it must be paid into a named bank account: British "a crossed check"
   • ▪ delete a name or item on a list as being no longer required or involved: "Liz crossed off the days on the calendar"
   • ▪ delete an incorrect or inapplicable word or phrase by drawing a line through it: "cross out any portions which do not apply"
   • 4. (of a person) make the sign of the cross in front of one's chest as a sign of Christian reverence or to invoke divine protection: "Beatie crossed herself quickly at the mention of the dead"
   • 5. pass (the ball) across the field toward the center when attacking: "he could not get to the line to cross the ball"
   • 6. cause (an animal of one species, breed, or variety) to interbreed with one of another species, breed, or variety: "many animals of the breed were crossed with the closely related Guernsey"
   • ▪ cross-fertilize (a plant): "a hybrid tea was crossed with a polyantha rose" Similar hybridizecrossbreedinterbreedcross-fertilizecross-pollinateintercrossmixintermixblend
   • 7. oppose or stand in the way of (someone): "no one dared cross him" Similar opposeresistdefythwartfrustratefoilobstructimpedehinderhamperblockcheckdenycontradictargue withquarrel withstand up totake a stand againsttake issue withput up a fight againstset one's face againstfly in the face offormal:gainsayrare:controvertOpposite support

   adjective

   • 1. annoyed: British "he seemed to be very cross about something"

   Word Origin late Old English (in the sense ‘monument in the form of a cross’): from Old Norse kross, from Old Irish cros, from Latin crux.

   Derivatives

   • 1. crosser noun
   • 2. crossly adverb
   • 3. crossness noun

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   noun. a structure or symbol consisting essentially of two intersecting lines or pieces at right angles to one another. a wooden structure used as a means of execution, consisting of an upright post with a transverse piece to which people were nailed or tied.

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   Definition of cross noun in Oxford Advanced American Dictionary. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more.

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   cross meaning, definition, what is cross: to go or stretch from one side of someth...: Learn more.

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   Sep 13, 2023 · Today, the cross is the most recognized symbol of Christianity and many variations of crosses have Christian associations. However, there are also secular meanings connected with types of crosses. With that said, here’s a look at popular types of crosses and what they symbolize.

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   Dictionary definition of cross. To move from one side to another, often involving the act of traversing a physical boundary or obstacle. "We need to cross the river to reach the village." Detailed meaning of cross. For example, someone can cross a road, a river, or a bridge by physically moving from one side to the other.

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   a written mark (x), used for showing where something is, or that something that has been written is wrong. a cross between sth and sth. a mixture of two different things or people: The dog is a cross between a terrier and a rottweiler.

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   Definition of cross adjective in Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more.

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   cross meaning: 1. to go from one side of something to the other side: 2. If an idea crosses your mind, you think…. Learn more.

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    What's the definition of Cross in thesaurus? Most related words/phrases with sentence examples define Cross meaning and usage.

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    Definition of cross. English dictionary and integrated thesaurus for learners, writers, teachers, and students with advanced, intermediate, and beginner levels.