Cross
noun
A mark, object, or figure formed by two short intersecting lines or pieces.
There is a cross on the map, indicating the location of the treasure.
Often appears as...
- cross on the map
- wear a cross
verb
To go from one side of something to the other.
We need to cross the river to reach the other side.
Often appears as...
- cross the road
- cross a bridge
adjective
Angry.
She was cross with me for forgetting her birthday.
Often appears as...
- felt cross
- looked cross
Usage tips
Disapproving
Colloquial
noun
A symbol of Christianity.
The cross is a universally recognized symbol of Christianity.
Often appears as...
- christian cross
- cross necklace
Usage tips
Religious
verb
To put one thing over another to form a shape.
He crossed his arms over his chest.
Often appears as...
- crossed his arms
- cross her legs
noun
A mark, object, or figure formed by two short intersecting lines or pieces.
There is a cross on the map, indicating the location of the treasure.
Often appears as...
- cross on the map
- wear a cross
verb
To go from one side of something to the other.
We need to cross the river to reach the other side.
Often appears as...
- cross the road
- cross a bridge
adjective
Angry.
She was cross with me for forgetting her birthday.
Often appears as...
- felt cross
- looked cross
Usage tips
Disapproving
Colloquial
noun
A symbol of Christianity.
The cross is a universally recognized symbol of Christianity.
Often appears as...
- christian cross
- cross necklace
Usage tips
Religious
verb
To put one thing over another to form a shape.
He crossed his arms over his chest.
Often appears as...
- crossed his arms
- cross her legs
Definition 1 of 5
Pro Tip 1/2Not Always Literal
The word 'cross' can symbolize a location or a feature not physically marked.
Let's meet where the roads cross on the map.
Pro Tip 2/2Cultural Significance
In some contexts, a cross can represent sacrifice or burden stemming from the story of Jesus.
Carrying a cross can mean enduring a tough situation.
Pro Tip 1/2Not Always Literal
The word 'cross' can symbolize a location or a feature not physically marked.
Let's meet where the roads cross on the map.
Pro Tip 2/2Cultural Significance
In some contexts, a cross can represent sacrifice or burden stemming from the story of Jesus.
Carrying a cross can mean enduring a tough situation.
Pro Tip 1/2Not Always Literal
The word 'cross' can symbolize a location or a feature not physically marked.
Let's meet where the roads cross on the map.
Pro Tip 2/2Cultural Significance
In some contexts, a cross can represent sacrifice or burden stemming from the story of Jesus.
Carrying a cross can mean enduring a tough situation.
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which probably makes them more likely to cross paths with a cat and help the parasite complete its life cycle. How does the parasite pull this off? Although the exact mechanism isn't known, toxo appears to increase dopamine, a brain neurotransmitter that is involved in novelty-seeking behavior.
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Strange answers to the...
to sniff out explosives?' When I read my medical notes, I saw they'd 'Believes bees can sniff out explosives.'" He said, "You know, they're always looking out for nonverbal clues to my mental state. But how do you sit in a sane way? How do you cross your legs in a sane way?
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Can you solve the bridge...
no more than two people can cross the bridge together, anyone crossing must either hold the lantern or stay right next to it, and any of you can safely wait in the dark on either side of the gorge. Most importantly, everyone must be safely across before the zombies arrive.
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Why are sloths so slow?...
They descend from the canopy just once a week for a bathroom break. When sloths do move, it's not very fast. It would take a sloth about five minutes to cross an average neighborhood street. This unhurried approach to life means that sloths don't need very much muscle.
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How do pregnancy tests...
The test starts when urine is applied to the exposed end of the strip. As the fluid travels up the absorbent fibers, it will cross three separate zones, each with an important task. When the wave hits the first zone, the reaction zone,
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What makes a hero? -...
Call to Adventure. The hero receives a mysterious message. An invitation, a challenge? Assistance The hero needs some help, probably from someone older, wiser. Departure The hero crosses the threshold from his normal, safe home,
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Killer Ant Swarm...
driver ants are the stuff of legend it is said that they kill everything that crosses their path it is said that no animal is safe when they're on the warpath it is even said that they will enter
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Creating a Bio-Industrial...
artisans this is nervous system stuff it's beautiful the algorithms come from leaf venation designs are going to cross crisscross the globe in life runs on information
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Just How BIG are...
I want to see for myself why elephant seals have become super giants. It's important to respect their personal space. Elephant seals rarely cross paths with people.
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Rare Gorillas Caught on...
it's a rare video of a seldom-seen gorilla the cross river gorillas are the rarest and they're elusive the shy animals usually flee at the slightest
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Is there a disease that...
which probably makes them more likely to cross paths with a cat and help the parasite complete its life cycle. How does the parasite pull this off? Although the exact mechanism isn't known, toxo appears to increase dopamine, a brain neurotransmitter that is involved in novelty-seeking behavior.
Video examples
Strange answers to the...
to sniff out explosives?' When I read my medical notes, I saw they'd 'Believes bees can sniff out explosives.'" He said, "You know, they're always looking out for nonverbal clues to my mental state. But how do you sit in a sane way? How do you cross your legs in a sane way?
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Can you solve the bridge...
no more than two people can cross the bridge together, anyone crossing must either hold the lantern or stay right next to it, and any of you can safely wait in the dark on either side of the gorge. Most importantly, everyone must be safely across before the zombies arrive.
Video examples
Why are sloths so slow?...
They descend from the canopy just once a week for a bathroom break. When sloths do move, it's not very fast. It would take a sloth about five minutes to cross an average neighborhood street. This unhurried approach to life means that sloths don't need very much muscle.
Video examples
How do pregnancy tests...
The test starts when urine is applied to the exposed end of the strip. As the fluid travels up the absorbent fibers, it will cross three separate zones, each with an important task. When the wave hits the first zone, the reaction zone,
Video examples
What makes a hero? -...
Call to Adventure. The hero receives a mysterious message. An invitation, a challenge? Assistance The hero needs some help, probably from someone older, wiser. Departure The hero crosses the threshold from his normal, safe home,
Video examples
Killer Ant Swarm...
driver ants are the stuff of legend it is said that they kill everything that crosses their path it is said that no animal is safe when they're on the warpath it is even said that they will enter
Video examples
Creating a Bio-Industrial...
artisans this is nervous system stuff it's beautiful the algorithms come from leaf venation designs are going to cross crisscross the globe in life runs on information
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Just How BIG are...
I want to see for myself why elephant seals have become super giants. It's important to respect their personal space. Elephant seals rarely cross paths with people.
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Rare Gorillas Caught on...
it's a rare video of a seldom-seen gorilla the cross river gorillas are the rarest and they're elusive the shy animals usually flee at the slightest
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Kate Gosselin
American Celebrity
Each day the thought crosses my mind that when they get older, my kids are going to look back and think about how they were raised. I know they will have a lot of questions about things that may not make sense because they were raised so unconventionally.
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Nathan Englander
American Writer
My mother raised me very clearly that if you cross the street, you will die. If you go outside, you will die. If you play sports, you will likely die. That's what I was getting at home.
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Taryn Manning
American Actress
It's really hard for actors to cross over and get any respect as a singer, and if I could just keep it separate and not use my music in movies, it's cool.
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Lewis Hamilton
British Driver
On my back, I have the cross and angel wings: rise above it, no matter what life throws at you. And also, you know, Jesus rose from the grave.
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Julia Fox
Italian Actress
I've crossed paths with so many different people from all walks of life. Any situation you put me in, I can manage.
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Nick Mancuso
Italian Actor
The actor's life is the road. Always has been, always will be. That is his cross and his glory.
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Kim Basinger
American Actress
It always takes the truth a little bit longer to cross the finish line.
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Patty Judge
American Politician
I am not afraid to cross the party line. I never have been.
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John Nelson Darby
English Clergyman
The cross is the centre of all this in every respect.
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Robert Plant
British Musician
Soon, I'm going to need help crossing the street.
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Kate Gosselin
American Celebrity
Each day the thought crosses my mind that when they get older, my kids are going to look back and think about how they were raised. I know they will have a lot of questions about things that may not make sense because they were raised so unconventionally.
Quote examples
Nathan Englander
American Writer
My mother raised me very clearly that if you cross the street, you will die. If you go outside, you will die. If you play sports, you will likely die. That's what I was getting at home.
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Taryn Manning
American Actress
It's really hard for actors to cross over and get any respect as a singer, and if I could just keep it separate and not use my music in movies, it's cool.
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Lewis Hamilton
British Driver
On my back, I have the cross and angel wings: rise above it, no matter what life throws at you. And also, you know, Jesus rose from the grave.
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Julia Fox
Italian Actress
I've crossed paths with so many different people from all walks of life. Any situation you put me in, I can manage.
Quote examples
Nick Mancuso
Italian Actor
The actor's life is the road. Always has been, always will be. That is his cross and his glory.
Quote examples
Kim Basinger
American Actress
It always takes the truth a little bit longer to cross the finish line.
Quote examples
Patty Judge
American Politician
I am not afraid to cross the party line. I never have been.
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John Nelson Darby
English Clergyman
The cross is the centre of all this in every respect.
Quote examples
Robert Plant
British Musician
Soon, I'm going to need help crossing the street.
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