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    Croisés (en. Crusaders)

    /kʁwazɛ/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    verb
    The action of making objects or lines cross.
    They crossed paths at the top of the hill.
    Ils ont croisé les chemins au sommet de la colline.
    The action of mixing or intertwining.
    She crossed her fingers for luck.
    Elle a croisé les doigts pour porter chance.
    adjective
    It refers to when two elements meet forming a cross.
    Crossed arms can signify a defensive attitude.
    Les bras croisés peuvent signifier une attitude défensive.
    It refers to objects whose surfaces are intertwined or interlaced.
    The crossed threads created a complex pattern.
    Les fils croisés ont créé un motif complexe.

    Etymology

    From the verb croiser, from the Latin 'cruciare' meaning 'cross shape'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to cross swords
    To have a debate or a fight.
    croiser le fer
    with crossed arms
    To be passive, not to act.
    les bras croisés
    to cross fingers
    To hope that something positive will happen.
    croiser les doigts

    Related Words

    to cross
    Action of moving from one side to the other.
    croiser
    crossed
    Window or opening of square shape.
    croisée
    interlaced
    Mix of several elements often in the shape of a knot.
    entrelaçé

    Slang Meanings

    To be upset or irritated.
    He is upset after an argument.
    Il est croisé après une dispute.
    To make eye contact.
    They locked eyes and understood instantly.
    Ils se sont croisé du regard et ont compris instantanément.