crossbar

noun

cross·​bar ˈkrȯs-ˌbär 

: a transverse bar or stripe

Examples of crossbar in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

And in the opening moment of the second 15-minute period of extra time, Torres pounced on a bouncing ball in the box and used his left foot to bury a shot just under the crossbar and into the back of the net. — Tim Reynolds, Arkansas Online, 19 July 2026

Schiavio is slipped in on the right and his first-time shot goes in off the crossbar with Planicka a mere, helpless spectator. — Adam Hurrey, New York Times, 17 July 2026

Rather than crossbars, that rack comes furnished with a full deck floor designed specifically for scenic lounging. — New Atlas, 15 July 2026

Mbappé did get a free kick just before stoppage time kicked in, but his attempt cleared the crossbar on a grade-A chance. — Scott Thompson, FOXNews.com, 14 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