Crossed

/krɔːst/

Meaning & Definition

verb
past tense of 'cross', meaning to go or extend across something.
She crossed the street carefully.
to mark with a cross or lines.
He crossed out the mistakes in his notes.
adjective
having a marking or feature that is shaped like a cross.
The design included a crossed pattern of lines.

Etymology

From Middle English 'cros', from Old English 'cros', from Latin 'crux'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

crossed wires
Miscommunication or misunderstanding between two parties.
crossed paths
To have met or come into contact with someone unexpectedly.
crossed the line
To have gone beyond acceptable limits.

Related Words

cross
To extend across something; to intersect.
crossing
The act of moving from one side to another.

Slang Meanings

Angry or annoyed.
He was so crossed after that meeting.
Under the influence of drugs or alcohol.
She was completely crossed last night at the party.