crossing

cross-ing · noun

imported

Definitions

noun

  1. 1.

    A place where roads, paths, or railway lines intersect or cross.

  2. 2.

    Present participle of "cross": going across.

  3. 3.

    A journey across water or other terrain.

  4. 4.

    A place designated for pedestrians to cross a road.

Forms

plural: crossings

Phrases & expressions

  • •
    crossing guard — a person who helps children cross streets safely
  • •
    level crossing — where a road crosses a railway (British)
  • •
    border crossing — a point where one can legally cross between countries

Related words

See also: cross, intersection, junction
Synonyms: intersection, junction, traverse

Etymology

From Latin crux meaning "cross," via Old Norse kross. The noun sense developed from the verbal action.