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Crosses

/ˈkɹɑsɪz/

A geometrical figure consisting of two straight lines or bars intersecting each other such that at least one of them is bisected by the other.

📖 Definitions of "Crosses"

noun
  1. 1

    A geometrical figure consisting of two straight lines or bars intersecting each other such that at least one of them is bisected by the other.

    "Put a cross for a wrong answer and a tick for a right one."

  2. 2

    Any geometric figure having this or a similar shape, such as a cross of Lorraine or a Maltese cross.

  3. 3

    A wooden post with a perpendicular beam attached and used (especially in the Roman Empire) to execute criminals (by crucifixion).

    "Criminals were commonly executed on a wooden cross."

  4. 4

    (usually with the) The cross on which Christ was crucified.

verb
  1. 1

    To make or form a cross.

  2. 2

    To move relatively.

  3. 3

    (social) To oppose.

  4. 4

    To cross-fertilize or crossbreed.

    "They managed to cross a sheep with a goat."

noun
  1. 1

    A lacrosse stick.

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