crossbar

noun

cross·​bar ˈkrȯs-ˌbär How to pronounce crossbar (audio)
Synonyms of crossbarnext
: a transverse bar or stripe

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Also, the Frontier comes with two rooftop crossbars, the Adventure three, so Crossover Solo buyers could mount up a rooftop tent when bringing along family and friends. C.c. Weiss may 28, New Atlas, 28 May 2026 Riley White had the Warriors’ best scoring chance with a shot off the crossbar. Steve Millar, Chicago Tribune, 27 May 2026 Patrick Dorgu earns a special commendation for his thunderbolt of a half-volley that rattled in off the underside of the crossbar. Carl Anka, New York Times, 26 May 2026 Seattle’s Danny Musovski subbed on for Paul Rothrock in the 69th minute and hit the crossbar with a shot from the center of the area in the 76th. Los Angeles Times, 25 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for crossbar

Word History

First Known Use

1562, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of crossbar was in 1562

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“Crossbar.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/crossbar. Accessed 2 Jun. 2026.

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crossbar

noun
cross·​bar ˈkrȯs-ˌbär How to pronounce crossbar (audio)
: a bar, piece, or stripe placed crosswise or across something

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