crosshair
About Our Definitions: All forms of a word (noun, verb, etc.) are now displayed on one page.


cross·hair

noun \-ˌher\

Definition of CROSSHAIR

: a fine wire or thread in the focus of the eyepiece of an optical instrument used as a reference line in the field or for marking the instrumental axis —used figuratively to describe someone or something being targeted as if through an aiming device having crosshairs <… in the crosshairs this political season — J. H. Alter>

First Known Use of CROSSHAIR

circa 1884

Browse

Next Word in the Dictionary: cross–handed (adjective)
Previous Word in the Dictionary: crosshackle
All Words Near: crosshair

Seen & Heard

What made you want to look up crosshair? Please tell us where you read or heard it (including the quote, if possible).

Name That Thing

Take Our 10-Question Quiz

#6: Flabbergast
: to overwhelm with shock,
surprise, or wonder
See All Top 25 Entries »
Get Our Free Apps
Voice Search, Favorites,
Word of the Day, and More
Join Us on FB & Twitter
Get the Word of the Day and More