noun🔗ShareA 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."figuremarkmathreligionsignChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
noun🔗ShareAny geometric figure having this or a similar shape, such as a cross of Lorraine or a Maltese cross."The museum displayed a collection of historical crosses, each with a unique and intricate design. "figureartreligionheraldryChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
noun🔗ShareA 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."religionhistorycultureworldtheologyChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
noun🔗Share(usually with the) The cross on which Christ was crucified."Many churches display replicas of the crosses, symbolizing Jesus' sacrifice. "religiontheologyhistorycultureChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
noun🔗ShareA hand gesture made in imitation of the shape of the Cross."She made the cross after swearing."religionritualsignChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
noun🔗ShareA modified representation of the crucifixion stake, worn as jewellery or displayed as a symbol of religious devotion."She was wearing a cross on her necklace."religionculturetheologyChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
noun🔗Share(figurative, from Christ's bearing of the cross) A difficult situation that must be endured."Dealing with a sick child and a demanding job at the same time feels like one of life's many crosses. "sufferingsituationreligiontheologymoralChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
noun🔗ShareThe act of going across; the act of passing from one side to the other"A quick cross of the road."actionwayChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
noun🔗ShareAn animal or plant produced by crossbreeding or cross-fertilization."The farmer proudly showed us his new litter of piglets, explaining that they were crosses between two different breeds of pigs, resulting in healthier offspring. "organismanimalplantbiologyagricultureChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
noun🔗Share(by extension) A hybrid of any kind."Our new puppy is one of those adorable crosses, a mix of poodle and Maltese. "biologyorganismChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
noun🔗ShareA hook thrown over the opponent's punch."The boxer used a quick cross to deflect his opponent's jab. "sportactionweaponmilitaryChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
noun🔗ShareA pass in which the ball travels from by one touchline across the pitch."The striker waited in the box, hoping one of the crosses from the winger would reach him. "sportChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
noun🔗ShareA place where roads intersect and lead off in four directions; a crossroad (common in UK and Irish place names such as Gerrards Cross)."The old pub sat right at the crosses, making it a convenient meeting spot for people from all four directions. "areaplacedirectionChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
noun🔗ShareA monument that marks such a place. (Also common in UK or Irish place names such as Charing Cross)"The old map showed a village situated three miles south of Five Crosses, a monument marking the site of a historic battle. "architecturehistoryplacereligionsignChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
noun🔗ShareA coin stamped with the figure of a cross, or that side of such a piece on which the cross is stamped; hence, money in general."After a long day of work, he was glad to finally have some crosses in his pocket. "valuefinanceeconomybusinesshistoryChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
noun🔗ShareChurch lands."The historical documents indicated that the local church owned extensive crosses throughout the valley, providing significant income for its charitable works. "propertyreligionChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
noun🔗ShareA line drawn across or through another line."The teacher marked several errors with red crosses on the student's paper. "markmathChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
noun🔗ShareAn instrument for laying of offsets perpendicular to the main course."The surveyor used his crosses to precisely mark the perpendicular lines for the new fence along the property boundary. "technicalutensildevicearchitectureChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
noun🔗ShareA pipe-fitting with four branches whose axes usually form a right angle."The plumber used several crosses to connect pipes running in different directions in the basement. "technicalutilitybuildingstructureitemChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
noun🔗Share(Rubik's Cube) Four edge cubies of one side that are in their right places, forming the shape of a cross."After solving for the first layer, the next step in solving the Rubik's Cube is usually to build the crosses on the top and bottom faces. "gametechnicalChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
noun🔗ShareThe thirty-sixth Lenormand card."The reader saw that the Crosses card in her Lenormand spread indicated a difficult decision ahead. "astrologysupernaturalreligionChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
noun🔗ShareCrossfire."The students were caught in a crossfire of conflicting opinions during the debate. "militarywarChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verb🔗ShareTo make or form a cross."She crosses her fingers for good luck before the exam. "signactionChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verb🔗ShareTo move relatively."The shadow of the tree crosses the lawn as the sun moves through the sky. "actionwaydirectiontrafficChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verb🔗Share(social) To oppose."My younger brother often crosses me when I suggest doing chores. "politicsgovernmentactionsocietyChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verb🔗ShareTo cross-fertilize or crossbreed."They managed to cross a sheep with a goat."biologyagricultureplantanimalorganismChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verb🔗ShareTo stamp or mark (a cheque) in such a way as to prevent it being cashed, thus requiring it to be deposited into a bank account."My boss crosses every company check to prevent fraud, ensuring the money goes directly into the vendor's account. "businessfinanceChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
noun🔗ShareA lacrosse stick."Maria keeps her two crosses in her sports locker at school, ready for lacrosse practice. "sportutensilChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading