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    Croix (en. Cross)

    /kʁwa/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    Object in the shape of a cross, often associated with religious contexts.
    He wears a cross as a pendant.
    Il porte une croix en pendentif.
    Sign of the cross used in certain religious practices.
    She makes the sign of the cross before praying.
    Elle fait le signe de croix avant de prier.
    Mark or symbol indicating a direction or location.
    The cross on the map shows the treasure's location.
    La croix sur la carte montre l'emplacement du trésor.

    Etymology

    From the Latin 'crux', which means 'cross'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to cross swords
    To engage in a struggle or a debate.
    croiser le fer
    cross and banner
    Evokes difficulties encountered.
    croix et bannière
    to take up one's cross
    To accept one's fate or responsibilities.
    prendre sa croix

    Related Words

    swastika
    Symbol used by the Nazi party, representing the ideology of race.
    croix gammée
    Maltese cross
    Symbol representing the order of Malta.
    croix de Malte
    Southern cross
    Constellation visible in the southern hemisphere.
    croix du Sud

    Slang Meanings

    To have a cross on it
    When he heard the news, he said he had a cross on it.
    Quand il a entendu la nouvelle, il a dit qu'il avait une croix dessus.
    To be at the cross
    She has been at the cross since she lost her job.
    Elle est à la croix depuis qu'elle a perdu son emploi.
    To bear one's cross
    He bears his cross with dignity.
    Il porte sa croix avec dignité.