crossbar

noun

cross·​bar ˈkrȯs-ˌbär 

: a transverse bar or stripe

Examples of crossbar in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Durston spreads the ceiling height out via its extended single-pole roofline and a spreader crossbar. — New Atlas, 16 Aug. 2026

Tabitha Chawinga, who plays for Lyon in France's top league, gave Malawi the early lead in the 33rd minute with a strike off her left foot that ricocheted down off the crossbar and bounced into the goal. — ABC News, 12 Aug. 2026

Orlando’s best chance of the first half came in the 31st minute when Simone Jackson hit the crossbar, but the Pride managed little else going forward and went into the break trailing. — Kyle Foley, The Orlando Sentinel, 8 Aug. 2026

Archer’s name was printed in black type on the lower crossbar of the gilt wood frame. — Literary Hub, 22 July 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1562, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for crossbar

• adar
• afar
• ajar
• alar
• alvar
• bazaar
• bizarre
• boxcar
• boyar
• bulbar
• cachar
• cigar

Kids Definition

crossbar

noun

cross·​bar ˈkrȯs-ˌbär 

: a bar, piece, or stripe placed crosswise or across something