Across

/əˈkrɔːs/

Meaning & Definition

preposition

From one side to the other of (a place, area, etc.).

She walked across the street to get to the café.

In a direction from one side to the opposite side.

The bridge spans across the river.

In the context of an area, indicating something that is widespread or encompasses a whole area.

The news spread across the country.

adverb

From one side or part to another.

He glanced quickly across to see if anyone was watching.

Middle English a(c)crossen, from a- + cross.

across the board

Applying to all instances.

across my mind

Referring to something that came to consideration.

go across

To travel or move from one place to another.

cross

To go or extend from one side to another.

over

In a position above or higher than something.

through

In one side and out the other.