Cross

The word 'cross' functions as a verb, adjective, and noun, carrying a multifaceted meaning. As a verb, it signifies to move or extend across something, intersect, or to oppose and go against something. Adjectivally, 'cross' describes something that is angry, annoyed, or contrary. As a noun, it refers to a mark or object, typically shaped like a cross, used as a symbol of Christianity or as a sign of intermarriage between a male and female. It also describes a hybrid offspring.

Cross meaning with examples

• The hiker decided to cross the raging river at the narrowest point, carefully navigating the slippery rocks. The architect planned for a bridge to cross the valley, connecting the two remote communities. Their paths cross and a friendship begun, only to discover their parents detested each other. The protesters gathered to cross the government plans. She **crossed** the name off the list.
• The old woman was cross and irritable after having been held up, and the child's refusal to eat made her even angrier. The traffic was incredibly heavy, and I was becoming very cross with the delay. He was cross with his neighbor about the loud music late at night. He was cross with the child for having run into the road. She's always cross in the morning.
• The priest held up a golden cross during the ceremony, symbolizing faith and sacrifice. The grave marker bore a simple stone cross, honoring the deceased. The farmer, when his mare gave birth, was pleased with the foal, it was a perfect cross. The road was a cross for both vehicles. The cross hung around her neck.
• As a verb, 'cross' can imply a negative emotion such as annoyance and when used as a noun, it is commonly the symbol of Christ. She's always getting cross at him. The paths cross between two towns. The carpenter must cross the boards. The priest held up the cross. She bore the cross around her neck.
• He decided to cross the language barrier to learn a different language. He's so cross to me sometimes, I don't like it. We saw him cross the finish line first. The cross was made of gold. The dog was a cross between a poodle and a lab.