Definition & Meaning of "crosswise"in English

crosswise

positioned or arranged so as to cross something else

cross

intersecting

transversal

transverse

across

Examples

The carpenter installed a crosswise beam to strengthen the frame.

Lay the fabric in a crosswise direction to make the pattern stand out.

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

crosswise

in a direction or manner that goes across something

across

crossways

Examples

He cut the log crosswise to make smaller pieces for the fireplace.

The street was blocked because a car was parked crosswise across the entrance.

not in the intended manner

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