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- crossbuck/ˈkrɒsbʌk/A railroad crossing sign consisting of a white X-shaped structure with the words 'RAILROAD CROSSING'.nounVery Low
- crosscheck/ˈkrɒs.tʃek/To verify the accuracy of something by using an alternative method or source.nounverbB2
- crosscurrent/ˈkrɒsˌkʌrənt/A current in a river or sea flowing across or against the main current.nounC1
- crosscut/ˈkrɒskʌt/To cut across or through something, especially in a shorter or more direct path; also, a diagonal or transverse cut.adjectivenounverb+2B2
- crosscut file/ˈkrɒskʌt ˌfaɪl/A file with rows of parallel cutting teeth that intersect at angles, creating a pattern of sharp points for rapid material removal.nounC1
- crosscut saw/ˈkrɒskʌt sɔː/A saw with a special tooth pattern designed to cut wood across the grain (perpendicular to the wood fibers).nounLow
- crosscutting/ˈkrɒsˌkʌtɪŋ/An action or issue that intersects, affects, or is relevant across multiple different areas, groups, or categories.nounC1
- crossdress/ˈkrɒsˌdres/To wear clothing typically associated with the opposite gender.verb-intransitiveLow
- crossdresser/ˈkrɒsdresə/A person who wears clothing and adopts styles typical of the opposite gender, often as a form of self-expression or for performance.nounLow
- crosse/krɒs/The long-handled stick with a triangular netted head used in the game of lacrosse to catch, carry, and throw the ball.nounC2+ (Rare; Domain-Specific)
- crossed eyes/ˌkrɒst ˈaɪz/A condition where the eyes do not align properly and point in different directions, typically inward toward the nose (strabismus).nounC1
- crossette/krɒˈsɛt/A small rectangular or wedge-shaped block of stone, especially one projecting from a stone course to support a cornice, arch, or similar architectural feature.nounC2+ (Very rare/technical)
- crossfire/ˈkrɒs.faɪər/Lines of gunfire from two or more positions that cross each other; a dangerous situation where conflicting forces converge.nounB2
- crossfoot/ˈkrɒsfʊt/To sum the totals of several columns in a ledger or spreadsheet and verify them against a grand total.verb-intransitiveC2
- crosshatch/ˈkrɒs.hætʃ/To mark or shade (a surface) with two or more intersecting series of parallel lines.nounverbverb-transitiveC2
- crosshead/ˈkrɒshɛd/A distinct heading placed in the body of a text, typically centered and often using a larger or bold font, to break up sections.nounC1/C2
- crossing/ˈkrɒsɪŋ/A place where two lines, paths, or routes intersect, especially a place for people or vehicles to cross a road, river, or railway.nounB1
- crossing guard/ˈkrɒsɪŋ ɡɑːd/A person, often a trained volunteer or part-time worker, who helps pedestrians, particularly school children, cross the street safely at designated points, often holding a stop sign.nounMedium
- crossing over/ˈkrɒsɪŋ ˈəʊvə/The act of moving from one side, state, or condition to another.nounB2-C1
- crossjack/ˈkrɒsdʒæk/A square sail set on the lower mizzenmast of a sailing ship.nounC2
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