cross
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- A geometrical figure consisting of two straight lines or bars intersecting each other such that at least one of them is bisected by the other.
- (heraldry) Any geometric figure having this or a similar shape, such as a cross of Lorraine or a Maltese cross.
- A wooden post with a perpendicular beam attached and used (especially in the Roman Empire) to execute criminals (by crucifixion).
- (Christianity) A hand gesture made in imitation of the shape of the Cross; sign of the cross.
- (figurative, from Christ's bearing of the cross) A difficult situation that must be endured.
- A place where roads intersect and lead off in four directions; a crossroad (common in UK and Irish place names such as Gerrards Cross).
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cross
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- To place across or athwart; to cause to intersect.
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creuar,
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- (football) To pass the ball from one side of the pitch to the other side.
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creuar,
travessar,
passar
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crossing
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- (architecture) The volume formed by the intersection of chancel, nave and transepts in a cruciform church; often with a tower or cupola over it.
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