crosswise
cross
ˈkrɒs
kros
wise
waɪz
vaiz
crossways

Definition & Meaning of "crosswise"in English

crosswise
01

positioned or arranged so as to cross something else 

Grammatical Information
Composition
Compound
relational
ungradable
Examples
The carpenter installed a crosswise beam to strengthen the frame. 
02

in the shape of (a horizontal piece on) a cross 

crosswise
01

in a direction or manner that goes across something 

Grammatical Information
Examples
He cut the log crosswise to make smaller pieces for the fireplace. 
02

not in the intended manner 

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