athwart
ath
əθ
ēth
wart
ˈwɔrt
vawrt
British pronunciation
/ˈæθwɔːt/

Definition & Meaning of "athwart"in English

athwart
01

from side to side and in a slanting manner

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Examples
The bridge stretched athwart the river, connecting the two distant shores.
She walked athwart the room, her eyes scanning every corner for something hidden.
02

across a ship from side to side

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Examples
The crew worked athwart the deck, preparing for the storm.
The sailor stood athwart the ship, watching for signs of land.
01

opposite to

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