cross (Meaning)
cross (n)
a wooden structure consisting of an upright post with a transverse piece
a marking that consists of lines that cross each other
a representation of the structure on which Jesus was crucified; used as an emblem of Christianity or in heraldry
any affliction that causes great suffering
(genetics) an organism that is the offspring of genetically dissimilar parents or stock; especially offspring produced by breeding plants or animals of different varieties or breeds or species
(genetics) the act of mixing different species or varieties of animals or plants and thus to produce hybrids
cross (v)
travel across or pass over
meet at a point
hinder or prevent (the efforts, plans, or desires) of
fold so as to resemble a cross
to cover or extend over an area or time period
meet and pass
trace a line through or across
breed animals or plants using parents of different races and varieties
cross (s)
extending or lying across; in a crosswise direction; at right angles to the long axis
annoyed and irritable
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cross Sentence Examples
- She wore a delicate silver cross around her neck, a symbol of her faith.
- The intersection was marked by a large red cross, indicating a danger zone.
- He stood at the crossroads, unsure which path to take.
- The two friends decided to cross the river on a rickety old bridge.
- The cat darted across the street, narrowly avoiding being hit by a passing car.
- Their opinions often crossed, leading to heated debates.
- The detective carefully examined the crime scene, marking each piece of evidence with a small cross.
- It's important to look both ways before you cross the street.
- The X-shaped cross was a prominent feature in the medieval castle's architecture.
- Despite their differences, they found common ground and were able to cross the divide between them.
FAQs About the word cross
a wooden structure consisting of an upright post with a transverse piece, a marking that consists of lines that cross each other, a representation of the struct
double-cross,betray, sell (out), two-time, backstab, sell down the river,stab in the back, peach, give away, inform (on)
guard, stand by, save, stand by, save, defend, defend, protect,protect, guard
She wore a delicate silver cross around her neck, a symbol of her faith.
The intersection was marked by a large red cross, indicating a danger zone.
He stood at the crossroads, unsure which path to take.
The two friends decided to cross the river on a rickety old bridge.
