English-Thai Dictionary
cross-country
ADJ ที่ เดิน ทางข้าม ประเทศ ti-doen-tang-kam-pra-thed
cross-country
ADJ แข่งขัน ใน เส้นทาง ตาม ชนบท หรือ ใน ป่า kaeng-kan-nai-sen-tang-tam-chon-na-bod-rue-nai-pa
cross-country
N การแข่งขัน (เช่น วิ่ง แข่งรถ สกี ไป ตาม เส้นทาง ใน ชนบท หรือ ใน ป่า kan-kaeng-kan
cross-examine
VT ซักค้าน พยาน sak-kan-pa-yan
cross-examine someone
IDM สอบสวน ซักฟอก sob-suan
cross-eye
N ตาเหล่ ta-lea
cross-eyed
ADJ ตาเหล่ ตาเข ตาเอก squint-eyed ta-lea
cross-fertilization
N การนำ ต่าง ชนิด พันธุ์ มาผ สมกัน
cross-fertilize
VI ผสม ข้าม พันธุ์ pa-som-kam-pan
cross-fertilize
VT ทำให้ ผสม ข้าม พันธุ์ tam-hai-pa-som-kam-pan
cross-fertilize
VT ทำให้เกิด การ ผสมพันธุ์ ของ ต่าง ชนิด พันธุ์
cross-grained
ADJ ที่ ขี้ หงุดหงิด ที่ มี อารมณ์ไม่ดี ที่ เอาใจ ยาก ti-ki-ngud-ngid
cross-legged
A เกี่ยวกับ การ ไขว้ขา กัน ที่ เป็นการ นั่งขัดสมาธิ
cross-legged
ADJ ไขว่ห้าง kwai-hang
cross-legged
ADV อย่าง นั่งไขว่ห้าง yang-nang-kwai-hang
cross-pollination
N การ ถ่ายทอด เกสร ดอกไม้ จาก พันธุ์ หนึ่ง ไป อีก พันธุ์ หนึ่ง
cross-pollination
N การ ถ่าย เกสร ดอกไม้ จาก ดอก หนึ่ง ไป ยัง อีก ดอก หนึ่ง kan-tai-ke-son-dok-mai-jak-dok-nueng-pai-yang-eak-dok-nueng
cross-purpose
N จุดประสงค์ ที่ แย้ง กัน จุดประสงค์ ที่ ไม่ ตรงกัน jud-pra-song-ti-yaeng-kan
cross-question
N การ ซักค้าน พยาน kan-sak-kan-pa-yan
cross-question
VT ตรวจสอบ โดย การ ถาม
cross-refer
V อ้างอิง ถึง
cross-refer
VT ชี้บอก ผู้อ่าน ให้ ไป อ่าน อีก ตอน หนึ่ง ใน หนังสือ เล่ม เดียวกัน che-bok-phu-an-hai-pai-an-eak-ton-nueng-nai-nang-sue-lem-diao-kan
cross-reference
N ข้อความ ที่ ชี้บอก ผู้อ่าน ให้ ไป อ่าน อีก ตอน หนึ่ง ใน หนังสือ เล่ม เดียวกัน kor-kwam-ti-chi-bok-phu-an-hai-pai-an-eak-ton-nueng-nai-nang-sue-lem-diao-kan
cross-stitch
N การ เย็บด้าย ไขว้ กัน เป็น รูป กากบาท kan-yeb-dai-kwai-kan-pen-rub-ka-ka-bad
cross-stitch
N การ เย็บ ปัก ดอก ไขว้
cross-stitch
VI เย็บด้าย ไขว้ กัน เป็น รูป กากบาท yeb-dai-kwai-kan-pen-rub-ka-ka-bad
cross-stitch
VT เย็บด้าย ไขว้ กัน เป็น รูป กากบาท yeb-dai-kwai-kan-pen-rub-ka-ka-bad
cross-town
ADJ ที่ เดิน ทางข้าม เมือง ti-doen-tang-kam-mueang
Webster's 1828 Dictionary
CROSS-ARMED
a.With arms across. In botany, brachiate; decussated; having branches in pairs, each at right angles with the next.
CROSS-BARRED
a.Secured by transverse bars.
CROSS-BAR-SHOT
n.A bullet with an iron bar passing through it, and standing out a few inches on each side; used in naval actions for cutting the enemys rigging.
CROSS-BEARER
n.In the Romish church, the chaplain of an archbishop or primate, who bears a cross before him on solemn occasions. Also, a certain officer in the inquisition, who makes a vow before the inquisitors to defend the Catholic faith, though with the loss of fortune and life.
CROSS-BILL
n.In chancery, an original bill by which the defendant prays relief against the plaintiff.
CROSS-BILL
n.A species of bird, the Loxia curvirostra, the mandibles of whose bill curve opposite ways and cross each other.
CROSS-BITE
n.A deception; a cheat.
CROSS-BITE
v.t.To thwart or contravene by deception.
CROSS-BOW
n.In archery, a missive weapon formed by placing a bow athwart a stock.
CROSS-BOWER
n.One who shoots with a cross-bow.
CROSS-EXAMINATION
n.The examination or interrogation of a witness called by one party, by the opposite party or his counsel.
CROSS-EXAMINE
v.t.To examine a witness by the opposite party or his counsel, as the witness for the plaintiff by the defendant, and vice versa. The opportunity to cross-examine the witnesses has been expressly waived.
CROSS-EXAMINED
pp. Examined or interrogated by the opposite party.
CROSS-FLOW
v.i.To flow across.
CROSS-GRAINED
a. 1. Having the grain or fibers across or irregular; as in timber, where a branch shoots from the trunk, there is a curling of the grain.
2. Perverse; untractable; not condescending.
CROSS-JACK
n.cro-jeck. A sail extended on the lower yard of the mizen mast; but seldom used.
CROSS-LEGGED
a.Having the legs across.
CROSS-PIECE
n.A rail of timber extending over the windlass of a ship, furnished with pins with which to fasten the rigging, as occasion requires.
CROSS-PURPOSE
n.A contrary purpose; contradictory system; also, a conversation in which one person does or pretends to misunderstand anothers meaning. An enigma; a riddle.
CROSS-QUESTION
v.t.To cross examine.
CROSS-ROW
n. 1. The alphabet, so named because a cross is placed at the beginning, to show that the end of learning is piety.
2. A row that crosses others.
CROSS-SEA
n.Waves running across others; a swell running in different directions.
CROSS-STAFF
n.An instrument to take the altitude of the sun or stars.
CROSS-STONE
n.A mineral called also harmotome, and staurolite. It is almost always in crystals. Its single crystals are rectangular four-sided prisms, broad or compressed, and terminated by four-sided pyramids, with rhombic faces, which stand on the lateral edges. But this mineral is generally found in double crystals, composed of two of the preceding crystals, so intersecting each other, that the broader planes of one prism are perpendicular to the broader planes of the other, throughout their whole length. Its color is a grayish white or milk white, sometimes with a shade of yellow or red.
CROSS-TINING
n.In husbandry, a harrowing by drawing the harrow or drag back and forth on the same ground.
CROSS-TREES
n.In ships, certain pieces of timber, supported by the cheeks and trestle-trees, at the upper ends of the lower masts, to sustain the frame of the top, and on the top masts, to extend the topgallant shrouds.
CROSS-WAY, CROSS-ROAD
n.A way or road that crosses another road or the chief road; an obscure path intersecting the main road.
CROSS-WIND
n.A side wind; an unfavorable wind.
CROSS-WISE
adv. Across; in the form of a cross.
CROSS-WORT
n.A plant of the genus Valantia.
Webster's 1913 Dictionary
CROSS-ARMED
CROSS-ARMED Cross "-armed ` (krs "rmd ), a.
Defn: With arms crossed.
CROSS-BANDED
CROSS-BANDED Cross "-band `ed (-bnd `d ), a.
Defn: A term used when a narrow ribbon of veneer is inserted into the surfase of any piece of furniture, wainscoting, etc. , so that the grain of it is contrary to the general surface.
CROSS-BEARER
CROSS-BEARER Cross "-bear `er (-br `r ), n. (R.C.Ch. )
Defn: A subdeacon who bears a cross before an archbishop or primate on solemn occasions.
CROSS-BIRTH
CROSS-BIRTH Cross "-birth ` (-brth `), n. (Med. )
Defn: Any preternatural labor, in whiche the boly of the child lies across the pelvis of the mother, so that the shoulder, arm, or trunk is the part first presented at the mouth of the uterus.
CROSS-BUN
CROSS-BUN Cross "-bun ` (-bn `), n.
Defn: A bun or cake marked with a cross, and intended to be eaten on Good Friday.
CROSS-BUTTOCK
CROSS-BUTTOCK Cross "-but `tock, n. (Wrestling )
Defn: A throw in which the wrestler turns his left side to his opponent, places his left leg across both legs of his opponent, and pulls him forward over his hip; hence, an unexpected defeat or repulse.
CROSS-CROSSLET
CROSS-CROSSLET Cross `-cross "let (-krs "lt; 115 ), n. (Her. )
Defn: A cross having the three upper ends crossed, so as to from three small crosses.
CROSS-DAYS
CROSS-DAYS Cross "-days ` (-dz `), n. pl. (Eccl.)
Defn: The three days preceding the Feast of the Ascension.
CROSS-EXAMINATION
CROSS-EXAMINATION Cross "-ex *am `i *na "tion (krs "gz-m `-n "shn; 115 ), n. (Low )
Defn: The interrogating or questioning of a witness by the party against whom he has been called and examined. See Examination.
CROSS-EXAMINE
Cross "-ex *am "ine (-m "n ), v. t. [imp. & p. p. Cross-examined (-nd ); p.pr. & vb. n. Cross-examining.] (Low )
Defn: To examine or question, as a witness who has been called and examined by the opposite party. "The opportunity to cross-examine the witnesses." Kent.
CROSS-EXAMINER
CROSS-EXAMINER Cross "-ex *am "in *er (-r ), n.
Defn: One who cross-examines or conducts a crosse-examination.
CROSS-EYE
CROSS-EYE Cross "-eye ` (-`), n.
Defn: See Strabismus.
CROSS-EYED
CROSS-EYED Cross "-eyed ` (-d `), a.
Defn: Affected with strabismus; squint-eyed; squinting.
CROSS-FERTILIZE
Cross "-fer "ti *lize, v. t. [imp. & p. p. Cross-fertilized; p. pr. &vb. n. Cross-fertilizing.] (Bot. )
Defn: To fertilize, as the stigmas of a flower or plant, with the pollen from another individual of the same species.
CROSS-GARNET
CROSS-GARNET Cross "-gar `net (krs "gr `nt ), n.
Defn: A hinge having one strap perpendicular and the other strap horizontal giving it the form of an Egyptian or T cross.
CROSS-PAWL
CROSS-PAWL Cross "-pawl ` (-pl `), n. (Shipbuilding )
Defn: Same as Cross-spale.
CROSS-PURPOSE
CROSS-PURPOSE Cross "-pur `pose (-pr `ps ), n.
1. A counter or opposing purpose; hence, that which is inconsistent or contradictory. Shaftesbury.
2. pl.
Defn: A conversational game, in which questions and answers are made so as to involve ludicrous combinations of ideas. Pepys. To be at cross-purposes, to misunderstand or to act counter to one another without intending it; -- said of persons.
CROSS-QUESTION
Cross "-ques `tion (-kws `chn ), v. t. [imp. & p. p. Cross-questioned (-chnd ), p. pr. & vb. n. Cross-questioning.]
Defn: To cross-examine; to subject to close questioning.
CROSS-READING
CROSS-READING Cross "-read `ing (rd `ng ), n.
Defn: The reading of the lines of a newspaper directly across the page, instead of down the columns, thus producing a ludicrous combination of ideas.
CROSS-SPALE; CROSS-SPALL
Cross "-spale ` (-spl `), Cross "-spall ` (-spl `), n. Etym: [See Spale &Spall. ] (Shipbuilding )
Defn: One of the temporary wooden braces, placed horizontally across a frame to hold it in position until the deck beams are in; a cross- pawl.
CROSS-SPRINGER
CROSS-SPRINGER Cross "-spring `er (-sprng `r ), n. (Arch. )
Defn: One of the ribs in a groined arch, springing from the corners in a diagonal direction.
Note: [See Illustr. of Groined vault. ]
CROSS-STAFF
CROSS-STAFF Cross "-staff ` (-stf `), n.
1. An instrument formerly used at sea for taking the altitudes of celestial bodies.
2. A surveyor's instrument for measuring offsets.
CROSS-STITCH
CROSS-STITCH Cross "-stitch ` (-stch `; 224 ), n.
Defn: A form of stitch, where the stitches are diagonal and in pairs, the thread of one stitch crossing that of the other. "Tent and cross- stitch. " Sir W. Scott. -- Cross "-stitch `, v. t. & i.
CROSS-STONE
CROSS-STONE Cross "-stone ` (-stn `), n. (Min. )
Defn: See Harmotome, and Staurotide.
CROSS-TAIL
CROSS-TAIL Cross "-tail ` (-tl `), n. (Steam Engine )
Defn: A bar connecting the ends of the side rods or levers of a backaction or side-lever engine.
CROSS-TIE
CROSS-TIE Cross "-tie ` (-t `), n. (Railroad )
Defn: A sleeper supporting and connecting the rails, and holding them in place.
CROSS-TINING
CROSS-TINING Cross "-tin `ing (krs "tn `ng ), n. (Agric.)
Defn: A mode of harrowing crosswise, or transversely to the ridges. Crabb.
CROSS-VAULTING
CROSS-VAULTING Cross "-vault `ing (-vlt `ng ), n. (Arch. )
Defn: Vaulting formed by the intersection of two or more simple vaults.
CROSS-WEEK
CROSS-WEEK Cross "-week ` (-wk `), n.
Defn: Rogation week, when the cross was borne in processions.
New American Oxford Dictionary
cross-
cross- |krɔs | ▶comb. form 1 denoting movement or position across something: cross-channel. • denoting interaction: cross-pollinate. • passing from side to side; transverse: crosspiece. 2 describing the form or figure of a cross: crossbones. ORIGIN from cross .
cross-assembler
cross-as sem bler ▶noun Computing an assembler that can convert instructions into machine code for a computer other than that on which it is run.
cross-bedding
cross-bed ding ▶noun Geology layering within a stratum and at an angle to the main bedding plane.
cross-border
cross-bor der |ˈkrɔs ˌbɔrdər | ▶adjective passing, occurring, or performed across a border between two countries: cross-border trade.
cross-check
cross-check |krɔs | ▶verb [ with obj. ] 1 verify (figures or information ) by using an alternative source or method: always try to cross-check your bearings | (as noun cross-checking ) : no cross-checking has been done. 2 Ice Hockey obstruct (an opponent ) illegally with the stick held horizontally in both hands. ▶noun 1 an instance of verifying something by using an alternative source or method: as a cross-check, they were also asked to give their date of birth. 2 Ice Hockey an illegal obstruction using the stick held horizontally in both hands.
cross-claim
cross-claim ▶noun Law a claim brought by one defendant against another in the same proceeding.
cross-color
cross-col or ▶noun colored flashes of interference in a color television receiver caused by the misinterpretation of high-frequency luminance detail as color information.
cross-compiler
cross-com pil er ▶noun Computing a compiler that can convert instructions into machine code or low level code for a computer other than that on which it is run.
cross-connection
cross-con nec tion ▶noun a connection made between two or more distinct things, typically parts of different networks or circuits.
cross-contamination
cross-con tam i na tion ▶noun the process by which bacteria or other microorganisms are unintentionally transferred from one substance or object to another, with harmful effect. DERIVATIVES cross-con tam i nate verb
cross-correlate
cross-cor re late ▶verb [ with obj. ] compare (a sequence of data ) against another. DERIVATIVES cross-cor re la tion noun
cross-country
cross-coun try |ˈˌkrɔs ˈkəntri | ▶adjective 1 across fields or countryside, as opposed to on roads or tracks: cross-country walking. • of, relating to, or denoting the sport of running, riding, or driving along a course in the countryside, as opposed to around a track. • of, relating to, or denoting skiing over relatively flat or mountainous terrain, as opposed to skiing only downhill. 2 across a region or country, in particular: • not keeping to main or direct roads, routes, or railroad lines: mine shafts camouflaged by vegetation have swallowed up more than one cross-country hiker | [ as adv. ] : if you are traveling cross-country, choose where you walk with care. • traveling to many different parts of a country: a whirlwind cross-country tour. ▶noun a cross-country race or competition. • the sport of cross-country running, riding, skiing, or driving: skiing in the Rockies is a pleasant mix of downhill and cross-country.
cross-cultural
cross-cul tur al |ˈˌkrɔs ˈkəltʃ (ə )rəl | ▶adjective of or relating to different cultures or comparison between them: cross-cultural understanding.
cross-curricular
cross-curricu ¦lar ▶adjective Brit. involving curricula in more than one educational subject.
cross-dating
cross-dating |ˈkrɒsdeɪtɪŋ | ▶noun [ mass noun ] Archaeology the dating of objects by correlation with the chronology of another culture or site.
cross-dress
cross-dress ▶verb [ no obj. ] wear clothing typical of the opposite sex. DERIVATIVES cross-dress er noun
cross-examine
cross-ex am ine |ˌkrɔs əɡˈzæmən | ▶verb [ with obj. ] question (a witness called by the other party ) in a court of law to discredit or undercut testimony already given. Compare with direct examination. • question (someone ) aggressively or in great detail: I was cross-examined over the breakfast table. DERIVATIVES cross-ex am i na tion noun, cross-ex am in er noun
cross-eyed
cross-eyed |ˈkrɔs ˌaɪd | ▶adjective having one or both eyes turned inward toward the nose, either from focusing on something very close, through temporary loss of control of focus, or as a permanent condition (convergent strabismus ).
cross-fade
cross-fade ▶verb [ no obj. ] (in sound or movie editing ) make a picture or sound appear or be heard gradually as another disappears or becomes silent. ▶noun an act or instance of cross-fading.
cross-fertilize
cross-fer ti lize |ˈkrɔs ˈfərdlˌaɪz | ▶verb [ with obj. ] 1 fertilize (a plant ) using pollen from another plant of the same species. • [ no obj. ] (of two plants ) fertilize each other. 2 stimulate the development of (something ) with an exchange of ideas or information: sessions between the two groups cross-fertilize ideas and provide insights. DERIVATIVES cross-fer ti li za tion noun
cross-grain
cross-grain ▶adjective running across the regular grain in timber: cross-grain swelling.
cross-grained
cross-grained ▶adjective (of timber ) having a grain that runs across the regular grain. • stubbornly contrary or bad-tempered: Bruce was a cross-grained and boastful individual.
cross-legged
cross-leg ged |ˈleg (ə )d ˈkrɔs ˈˌlɛɡ (ə )d | ▶adjective & adverb (of a seated person ) with the legs crossed at the ankles and the knees bent outward: [ as adv. ] : John sat cross-legged on the floor.
cross-license
cross-li cense ▶verb [ with obj. ] give one party a license to use (patented or copyright material ) in return for a similar license: the two companies have agreed to cross-license their intellectual property. ▶adjective involving or effected by cross-licensing: a ten-year patent cross-license agreement.
cross-link
cross-link ▶noun a chemical bond between different chains of atoms in a polymer or other complex molecule. ▶verb make or become linked with such a bond. • [ with obj. ] connect (something ) by a series of transverse links. DERIVATIVES cross-link age noun
cross-ownership
cross-own er ship ▶noun the ownership by one corporation of different companies with related interests or commercial aims.
cross-party
cross-par ty ▶adjective involving or relating to two or more political parties. usage: Although it appears occasionally in American writing to denote cooperation between the two main political parties, the term cross-party does not compete very effectively with the default term bipartisan. Cross-party is far more common in other English dialects, and in American English to describe political cooperation in other countries.
cross-platform
cross-plat form |ˈkrɔs ˈˌplætˌfɔ (ə )rm | ▶adjective Computing able to be used on different types of computers or with different software packages: a cross-platform game.
cross-ply
cross-ply |ˈkrɒsplʌɪ | ▶adjective Brit. (of a tyre ) having fabric layers with their threads running diagonally, crosswise to each other.
cross-point
cross-point ▶adjective (of a screwdriver ) having a cross-shaped point for turning cross-head screws.
cross-pollinate
cross-pol li nate |ˈˌkrɔs ˈpɔləˌneɪt | ▶verb [ with obj. ] pollinate (a flower or plant ) with pollen from another flower or plant. DERIVATIVES cross-pol li na tion noun
cross-post
cross-post (also crosspost ) Computing ▶verb [ with obj. ] post a single message to multiple Internet newsgroups or message boards. ▶noun a message posted to more than one newsgroup or message board. we strongly recommend that crossposts be to relevant newsgroups only.
cross-posting
cross-post ing ▶noun the simultaneous sending of a message to more than one newsgroup or other distribution system on the Internet in such a way that the receiving software at individual sites can detect and ignore duplicates.
cross-pressure
cross-pres sure ▶verb [ with obj. ] expose (someone ) to different, incompatible opinions: the executive has been cross-pressured by the interests of the states and the electorate.
cross-question
cross-ques tion |ˌkrɔs ˈkwɛstʃən | ▶verb [ with obj. ] question (someone ) in great detail; cross-examine: it seemed ungrateful to cross-question him | (as noun cross-questioning ) : the cross-questioning of Lopez.
cross-rate
cross-rate ▶noun Finance an exchange rate between two currencies computed by reference to a third currency, usually the US dollar.
cross-reaction
cross-re ac tion ▶noun Biochemistry the reaction of an antibody with an antigen other than the one that gave rise to it. DERIVATIVES cross-re act verb, cross-re ac tive adjective, cross-re ac tiv i ty noun
cross-refer
cross-re fer |ˌkrɔs rəˈfər | ▶verb [ no obj. ] (of a text ) refer to another text or part of a text, typically in order to elaborate on a point: the database cross-refers to the printed book. • [ with obj. ] refer (someone ) to another text: the entry cross-refers readers to “Style. ” • (of a person ) follow a cross reference from one part of a text to another, or one text to another: students should be shown how to cross-refer between texts.
cross-rhythm
cross-rhythm ▶noun Music a rhythm used simultaneously with another rhythm or rhythms. • the use of two or more rhythms simultaneously.
cross-sectoral
cross-sector ¦al ▶adjective relating to or affecting more than one group, area, or section: cross-sectoral collaboration.
cross-sell
cross-sell ▶verb [ with obj. ] sell (a different product or service ) to an existing customer: their database is used to cross-sell financial services.
cross-slide
cross-slide ▶noun a sliding part on a lathe or planing machine that is supported by the saddle and carries the tool in a direction at right angles to the bed of the machine.
cross-stitch
cross-stitch Needlework ▶noun a stitch formed of two stitches crossing each other. • needlework done using such stitches. ▶verb [ with obj. ] sew or embroider using such stitches: (as adj. cross-stitched ) : a cross-stitched pillow.
cross-subsidize
cross-sub si dize ▶verb [ with obj. ] subsidize (a business or activity ) out of the profits of another business or activity. DERIVATIVES cross-sub si di za tion noun, cross-sub si dy noun
cross-tolerance
cross-tol er ance ▶noun resistance to the effects of a substance because of exposure to a pharmacologically similar substance: cross-tolerance of barbiturates with alcohol was observed.
cross-train
cross-train ▶verb [ no obj. ] learn another skill, esp. one related to one's current job.
cross-training
cross-train ing |krɔs | ▶noun training in two or more sports in order to improve fitness and performance, esp. in a main sport.
cross-voting
cross-voting |ˈkrɒsvəʊtɪŋ | ▶noun [ mass noun ] (especially in a parliament ) voting for a party one does not belong to, or for more than one party.
Oxford Dictionary
cross-
cross- |krɒs | ▶combining form 1 denoting movement or position across something: cross-channel. • denoting interaction: cross-pollinate. • passing from side to side; transverse: crosspiece. 2 describing the form or figure of a cross: crossbones.
cross-assembler
cross-assembler ▶noun Computing an assembler which can convert instructions into machine code for a computer other than that on which it is run.
cross-beam
cross-beam ▶noun a transverse beam.
cross-bedding
cross-bedding |ˈkrɒsbɛdɪŋ | ▶noun [ mass noun ] Geology layering within a stratum and at an angle to the main bedding plane.
cross-border
cross-border ▶adjective involving movement or activity across a border between two countries: cross-border trade.
cross-breed
cross-breed ▶verb [ with obj. ] produce (an animal or plant ) by mating or hybridizing two different species, breeds, or varieties: (as adj. cross-bred ) : a cross-bred puppy. • hybridize (a breed, species, or variety ) with another. • [ no obj. ] (of an animal or plant ) breed with a different breed, species, or variety. ▶noun an animal or plant produced by cross-breeding: [ as modifier ] : a cross-breed Labrador.
cross-check
cross-check ▶verb [ with obj. ] 1 verify (figures or information ) by using an alternative source or method: always try to cross-check your bearings | (as noun cross-checking ) : no cross-checking has been done. 2 Ice Hockey obstruct (an opponent ) illegally with the stick held horizontally in both hands. ▶noun an instance of cross-checking figures or information: as a cross-check they were also asked to give their date of birth.
cross-claim
cross-claim ▶noun Law a claim brought by one defendant against another in the same proceeding.
cross-colour
cross-colour (US cross-color ) ▶noun [ mass noun ] coloured flashes of interference in a colour television receiver caused by the misinterpretation of high-frequency luminance detail as colour information.
cross-compiler
cross-compiler ▶noun Computing a compiler which can convert instructions into machine code or low-level code for a computer other than that on which it is run.
cross-connection
cross-connec ¦tion ▶noun a connection made between two or more distinct things, typically parts of different networks or circuits.
cross-contamination
cross-contam ¦in ¦ation ▶noun [ mass noun ] the process by which bacteria or other microorganisms are unintentionally transferred from one substance or object to another, with harmful effect. DERIVATIVES cross-contaminate verb
cross-correlate
cross-correl ¦ate ▶verb [ with obj. ] compare (a sequence of data ) against another. DERIVATIVES cross-correlation noun
cross-country
cross-country ▶adjective 1 across fields or countryside, as opposed to on roads or tracks: cross-country walking. • relating to or denoting skiing over relatively flat countryside, as opposed to down mountain slopes. 2 not keeping to main or direct roads, routes, or railway lines: an awkward, cross-country journey by train | [ as adv. ] : we drove cross-country to a family reunion. • chiefly US travelling to many different parts of a country: a whirlwind cross-country tour. ▶noun [ mass noun ] the sport of cross-country running, riding, skiing, or motoring: skiing in the Rockies is a pleasant mix of downhill and cross-country.
cross-court
cross-court ▶adverb & adjective (of a stroke in tennis and other racket sports ) hit diagonally across the court: [ as adj. ] : a cross-court volley.
cross-cultural
cross-cultural ▶adjective relating to different cultures or comparison between them: cross-cultural understanding.
cross-current
cross-current ▶noun 1 a current in a river or sea which flows across another. 2 a situation or tendency marked by conflict with another: strong cross-currents of debate.
cross-curricular
cross-curricu ¦lar ▶adjective Brit. involving curricula in more than one educational subject.
cross-cut
cross-cut |ˈkrɒskʌt | ▶verb [ with obj. ] 1 cut (wood or stone ) across its main grain or axis. 2 alternate (one sequence ) with another when editing a film. ▶noun 1 a diagonal cut, especially one across the main grain or axis of wood or stone. 2 an instance of alternating between two or more sequences when editing a film. ▶adjective (of a file ) having two sets of grooves crossing each other diagonally.
cross-cut saw
cross-cut saw ▶noun a saw with a handle at each end, used by two people for cutting across the grain of timber.
cross-dating
cross-dating |ˈkrɒsdeɪtɪŋ | ▶noun [ mass noun ] Archaeology the dating of objects by correlation with the chronology of another culture or site.
cross-dress
cross-dress ▶verb [ no obj. ] wear clothing typical of the opposite sex. DERIVATIVES cross-dresser noun
cross-examine
cross-examine ▶verb [ with obj. ] question (a witness called by the other party ) in a court of law to challenge or extend testimony already given. Compare with examination-in-chief. • question (someone ) aggressively or in great detail: I was cross-examined over the breakfast table. DERIVATIVES cross-examination noun, cross-examiner noun
cross-eyed
cross-eyed ▶adjective having one or both eyes turned inwards towards the nose, either from focusing on something very close, through temporary loss of control of focus, or as a permanent condition (convergent strabismus ).
cross-fade
cross-fade |ˈkrɒsfeɪd | ▶verb [ no obj. ] (in sound or film editing ) make a picture or sound appear or be heard gradually as another disappears or becomes silent. ▶noun an instance of cross-fading.
cross-fertilize
cross-fertilize (also cross-fertilise ) ▶verb 1 [ with obj. ] fertilize (a plant ) using pollen from another plant of the same species. • [ no obj. ] (of two plants ) fertilize each other. 2 stimulate the development of (something ) with an exchange of ideas or information: sessions between the two groups cross-fertilize ideas and provide insights. DERIVATIVES cross-fertilization noun
cross-grain
cross-grain |ˈkrɒsɡreɪn | ▶adjective [ attrib. ] running across the regular grain in timber: cross-grain swelling.
cross-grained
cross-grained |ˈkrɒsɡreɪnd | ▶adjective 1 (of timber ) having a grain that runs across the regular grain. 2 stubbornly contrary or bad-tempered: Bruce was a cross-grained and boastful individual.
cross-hatch
cross-hatch ▶verb [ with obj. ] (often as noun cross-hatching ) (in drawing or graphics ) shade (an area ) with intersecting sets of parallel lines.
cross-legged
cross-legged |krɒsˈlɛɡd | ▶adjective & adverb (of a seated person ) with the legs crossed at the ankles and the knees bent outwards: [ as adv. ] : John sat cross-legged on the floor.
cross-license
cross-license ▶verb [ with obj. ] give one party a licence to use (patented or copyright material ) in return for a similar licence: the two companies have agreed to cross-license their intellectual property.
cross-ownership
cross-ownership ▶noun [ mass noun ] the ownership by one corporation of different companies with related interests or commercial aims.
cross-party
cross-party ▶adjective involving or relating to two or more political parties: a cross-party committee of MPs.
cross-platform
cross-platform ▶adjective Computing able to be used on different types of computers or with different software packages: a cross-platform game.
cross-ply
cross-ply |ˈkrɒsplʌɪ | ▶adjective Brit. (of a tyre ) having fabric layers with their threads running diagonally, crosswise to each other.
cross-point
cross-point ▶adjective (of a screwdriver ) having a cross-shaped point for turning cross-head screws.
cross-pollinate
cross-pollin ¦ate ▶verb [ with obj. ] pollinate (a flower or plant ) with pollen from another flower or plant. DERIVATIVES cross-pollination noun
cross-posting
cross-posting ▶noun [ mass noun ] 1 the transfer of an employee or officer to a different department, industry, or regiment. 2 the simultaneous sending of a message to more than one newsgroup on the Internet in such a way that the receiving software at individual sites can detect and ignore duplicates. DERIVATIVES cross-post verb & noun
cross-pressure
cross-pressure ▶verb [ with obj. ] N. Amer. expose (someone ) to different, incompatible opinions: the executive has been cross-pressured by the interests of the states and the electorate.
cross-promotion
cross-promotion ▶noun [ mass noun ] the cooperative marketing by two or more companies of one another's products. DERIVATIVES cross-promote verb
cross-question
cross-question ▶verb [ with obj. ] question (someone ) in great detail: the Chancellor was cross-questioned by the finance committee | (as noun cross-questioning ) : the cross-questioning of Lopez.
cross-rate
cross-rate ▶noun an exchange rate between two currencies computed by reference to a third currency, usually the US dollar.
cross-reaction
cross re |ac ¦tion ▶noun Biochemistry the reaction of an antibody with an antigen other than the one which gave rise to it.
cross-refer
cross-refer ▶verb refer to another text or part of a text, typically in order to elaborate on a point: [ no obj. ] : the database cross-refers to the printed book | [ with obj. ] : the entry cross-refers readers to ‘Style ’.
cross-rhythm
cross-rhythm |ˈkrɒsrɪð (ə )m | ▶noun Music a rhythm used simultaneously with another rhythm or rhythms.
cross-ruff
cross-ruff |ˈkrɒsrʌf | ▶noun a sequence of play in bridge or whist in which partners alternately trump each other's leads. ▶verb [ no obj. ] (in bridge or whist ) play a cross-ruff.
cross-sectoral
cross-sector ¦al ▶adjective relating to or affecting more than one group, area, or section: cross-sectoral collaboration.
cross-sell
cross-sell ▶verb [ with obj. ] sell (a different product or service ) to an existing customer: their database is used to cross-sell financial services.
cross-slide
cross-slide ▶noun a sliding part on a lathe or planing machine which is supported by the saddle and carries the tool in a direction at right angles to the bed of the machine.
cross-stitch
cross-stitch Needlework ▶noun a stitch formed of two stitches crossing each other. • [ mass noun ] needlework done using cross-stitches. ▶verb [ with obj. ] sew or embroider using cross-stitch: (as adj. cross-stitched ) : a cross-stitched pillow.
cross-subsidize
cross-subsidize |krɒsˈsʌbsɪdʌɪz |(also cross-subsidise ) ▶verb [ with obj. ] subsidize (a business or activity ) out of the profits of another business or activity. DERIVATIVES cross-subsidization noun, cross-subsidy noun
cross-tolerance
cross-tol er ance ▶noun resistance to the effects of a substance because of exposure to a pharmacologically similar substance: cross-tolerance of barbiturates with alcohol was observed.
cross-town
cross-town ▶adjective & adverb extending or travelling from one side of a town to the other: [ as adj. ] : the cross-town traffic.
cross-train
cross-train ▶verb [ no obj. ] learn another skill, especially one related to one's current job.
cross-training
cross-training ▶noun [ mass noun ] training in two or more sports in order to improve fitness and performance, especially in a main sport.
cross-voting
cross-voting |ˈkrɒsvəʊtɪŋ | ▶noun [ mass noun ] (especially in a parliament ) voting for a party one does not belong to, or for more than one party.
American Oxford Thesaurus
cross-examine
cross-examine verb when McCoy cross-examines a witness, it's not a pretty sight: interrogate, question, cross-question, quiz, catechize, give someone the third degree; informal grill, pump, put someone through the wringer.
Oxford Thesaurus
cross-examine
cross-examine verb the victim did not wish to be cross-examined by the police: interrogate, question, cross-question, quiz, catechize; interview, examine, probe, sound out, debrief; put questions to, ask questions of; informal grill, pump, give the third degree to, put through the third degree, put through the wringer, put through the mangle, put the screws on.
cross-grained
cross-grained adjective old people as a group are neither sweet nor cross-grained: awkward, difficult, uncooperative, perverse, contrary, unhelpful, obstructive, disobliging, unaccommodating, unreasonable, troublesome, tiresome, annoying, vexatious, disobedient, recalcitrant, refractory, wilful, headstrong, self-willed, capricious, wayward; stubborn, obstinate, obdurate, mulish, pig-headed, bull-headed, intractable; Scottish thrawn; informal cussed; Brit. informal bloody-minded, bolshie, stroppy; N. Amer. informal balky; archaic froward, contumacious; rare renitent, pervicacious, contrarious. ANTONYMS easy-going.
Duden Dictionary
Cross-Country
Cross-Coun t ry , Cross coun t ry , Cross-Coun try Cross coun try Substantiv, Neutrum Sport , das Crosscountry |ˈkrɔsˈkantri ˈkrɔsˈkantri |das Cross-Country; Genitiv: des Cross-Country [s ], Plural: die Cross-Countrys das Crosscountry; Genitiv: des Crosscountry [s ], Plural: die Crosscountrys englisch cross-country, zu: country = Land, Gelände, Countrymusic
Cross-Marketing
Cross-Mar ke ting , Cross mar ke ting Substantiv, Neutrum Wirtschaft , das Crossmarketing |Cr o ss-Marketing Cr o ssmarketing |das Cross-Marketing; Genitiv: des Cross-Marketing [s ] das Crossmarketing; Genitiv: des Crossmarketing [s ] englisch Methode zur Mehrfachvermarktung eines [erfolgreichen ] Produkts in Form von verschiedenen Medien z. B. als Computerspiel, Buch, Fernsehserie
Cross-over
Cross-over , Cross over Substantiv, Neutrum , das Crossover |ˈkrɔs |oʊvɐ ˈkrɔs |oʊvɐ |das Cross-over; Genitiv: des Cross-over [s ], Plural: die Cross-overs das Crossover; Genitiv: des Crossover [s ], Plural: die Crossovers englisch cross-over = Übergang 1 Vermischung unterschiedlicher [Musik ]stile (z. B. Klassik und Pop )2 Biologie Erbfaktorenaustausch zwischen homologen Chromosomen
Cross-Promotion
Cross-Pro mo tion, Cross pro mo tion Substantiv, feminin Wirtschaft , die Crosspromotion |Cr o ss-Promotion Cr o sspromotion …prəmoʊʃən …prəmoʊʃən |die Cross-Promotion; Genitiv: der Cross-Promotion die Crosspromotion; Genitiv: der Crosspromotion gegenseitige Reklame von Firmen, die ihre Produkte in unterschiedlicher Weise anbieten z. B. als Bücher und Fernsehserien
Cross-Selling
Cross-Sel ling Substantiv, Neutrum Wirtschaft , das |Cr o ss-Selling |englisch cross-selling, zu: cross (Cross ) und to sell = verkaufen Verkauf von Produkten über bereits bestehende Kundenkontakte
French Dictionary
cross-match
cross-match Anglicisme pour épreuve (de compatibilité ) croisée (DDFM ).
Sanseido Wisdom Dictionary
cross-benches
cr ó ss-b è nch es /-ɪz /名詞 ｟英 ｠〖複数扱い 〗(英国議会の )無所属議員席 .
cross-border
cr ó ss-b ò rder 形容詞 〖名詞 の前で 〗国境を越える, 国際的な 〈貿易など 〉; 越境者 [密入国者 ]に対する 〈取締りなど 〉.
cross-Channel
cr ò ss-Ch á nnel 形容詞 〖名詞 の前で 〗イギリス海峡を越える [越えた ]〈旅 船 旅行者など 〉.
cross-country
cr ò ss-c ó untry /｟英 ｠でまた -́-̀ -/形容詞 〖名詞 の前で 〗クロスカントリーの 〈スキー (競技 )など 〉, 山野横断の 〈旅など 〉; 全国横断の 〈旅 鉄道など 〉.副詞 山野を横断して .名詞 複 -tries C U ｟英 ｠クロスカントリー (競技 ).
cross-cultural
cr ò ss-c ú ltural /｟英 ｠でまた -́-̀ --/形容詞 〖名詞 の前で 〗異文化間の, 複数の文化 [国 ]にまたがる .
cross-current
cr ó ss-c ù rrent 名詞 C 1 (川 海などの )逆流 .2 〖通例 ～s 〗対立する考え (方 ), 相反する意見 ; 反主流 .
cross-dressing
cr ò ss-dr é ssing 名詞 U 服装倒錯 (transvestism ).cr ò ss-dr é ss er 名詞 C 服装倒錯者 (transvestite ).
cross-eyed
cr ó ss- è yed 形容詞 (内 )斜視の, やぶにらみの .
cross-grained
cr ò ss-gr á ined 形容詞 1 木目のねじれた .2 ｟話 ｠意固地な, ひねくれた .
cross-legged
cr ò ss-l é gged 副詞 形容詞 あぐらをかいて [た ]; 脚を組んで [だ ].
cross-purpose
cr ò ss-p ú rpose 名詞 C 食い違った目的 [意図 ]▸ at cross-purposes with A Aと互いに誤解して ; 話が食い違って
cross-question
cr ò ss-qu é stion 動詞 ＝crossexamine .名詞 ＝crossexamination .～er 名詞
cross-reference
cr ò ss-r é ference 名詞 C (同一書物中の )他箇所への参照 .動詞 他動詞 (同一書物中で )…に他箇所 [相互 ]参照を付ける .
cross-selling
cr ò ss-s é lling 名詞 U 抱き合わせ販売 .
cross-training
cr ò ss-tr á ining 名詞 U (スポーツなどで )2種類以上の種目の練習をすること .
The Wordsmith Dictionary