Definition of crosswise
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: so as to cross something : across
- carrot sticks cut crosswise
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Examples of crosswise in a Sentence
Cut the potato crosswise rather than lengthwise into thin slices.
first cut the sandwiches crosswise and then trim the crusts
First Known Use of crosswise
14th century
crosswise Synonyms
Synonyms
athwart, bias, cornerways, cornerwise, crossways, diagonally, kitty-corner (also catty-corner), obliquely, transversely;
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Phrases
on the bias, on the diagonal;
Definition of crosswise
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: transverse, crossing
2
: involved in conflict or disagreement
- got crosswise with his teacher
Examples of crosswise in a Sentence
He got crosswise with his boss and nearly lost his job.
First Known Use of crosswise
1883
CROSSWISE Defined for English Language Learners
Definition of crosswise for English Language Learners
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: from one side or corner to the other
crosswise
Definition of crosswise for English Language Learners
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: going from one side or corner to another
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: involved in a conflict or disagreement
CROSSWISE Defined for Kids
Definition of crosswise for Students
: so as to cross something
- The carrots were cut crosswise.
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