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    Cruzados (en. Crusaders)

    /kɾuˈsaðos/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    Plural of 'cruzado', which refers to the crossed position or those who participate in a crusade.
    The crusaders fought for the recovery of the Holy Land.
    Los cruzados lucharon por la recuperación de Tierra Santa.
    adjective
    That has been crossed or that has the shape of a cross.
    The arms of the furniture were crossed for greater stability.
    Los brazos del mueble estaban cruzados para mayor estabilidad.
    Referring to an action that is performed in the opposite direction.
    The crossed path made our journey difficult.
    El camino cruzado dificultó nuestro recorrido.

    Etymology

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

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to be with one's arms crossed
    To do nothing in a situation that requires action.
    estar cruzado de brazos
    to cross one's fingers
    To make a gesture of hope or wish for good luck.
    cruzar los dedos
    to cross paths
    To unexpectedly meet someone.
    cruzar caminos

    Related Words

    cross
    A symbol that represents suffering and redemption.
    cruz
    to cross
    To pass from one side to another or to intersect.
    cruzar

    Slang Meanings

    To be very worried or stressed.
    I was overwhelmed by problems at work.
    Estaba cruzado por los problemas en el trabajo.
    Confused or lost in a situation.
    I feel stressed with so many changes.
    Me siento cruzado con tantos cambios.