crossbar

noun

cross·​bar ˈkrȯs-ˌbär 

: a transverse bar or stripe

Examples of crossbar in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Cantore’s goal off the underside of the crossbar in the 61st minute helped the Spirit overcome the loss of four players involved in the Women’s Africa Cup of Nations. — ABC News, 27 July 2026

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

The blade is paired with a crossbar-style lock designed to offer secure lockup while keeping operation intuitive. — New Atlas, 21 July 2026

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

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