Cross
noun
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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.
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Any geometric figure having this or a similar shape, such as a cross of Lorraine or a Maltese cross.
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A wooden post with a perpendicular beam attached and used (especially in the Roman Empire) to execute criminals (by crucifixion).
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The cross on which Christ was crucified.
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A hand gesture made by Catholics in imitation of the shape of the Cross.
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A modified representation of the crucifixion stake, worn as jewellery or displayed as a symbol of religious devotion.
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A difficult situation that must be endured.
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The act of going across; the act of passing from one side to the other.
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Animal or plant produced by crossbreeding or cross-fertilization.
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A hook thrown over the opponent's punch.
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A pass in which the ball travels from by one touchline across the pitch.
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A place where roads intersect and lead off in four directions; a crossroad (common in UK and Irish place names such as Gerrards Cross).
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A monument that marks such a place. (Also common in UK or Irish place names such as Charing Cross).
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Four edge cubies of one side that are in their right places, forming the shape of a cross.
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adjective
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Transverse; lying across the main direction.
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Opposite, opposed to.
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Opposing, adverse; being contrary to what one would hope or wish for.
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Bad-tempered, angry, annoyed.
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preposition
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Across.
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Cross product of the previous vector and the following vector.
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verb
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To mark with an X.
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To go from one side of (something) to the other.
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To travel in a direction or path that will intersect with that of another.
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To contradict (another) or frustrate the plans of.
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To make the sign of the cross over oneself.
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Of both batsmen, to pass each other when running between the wickets in order to score runs.
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To cross-fertilize or crossbreed.
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To conduct a cross examination; to question a hostile witness.
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To pass the ball from one side of the pitch to the other side.
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To score a try.
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