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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

crosswise

/krɒswaɪz/ adverb · British & US
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What does crosswise mean?

adverb

In a direction from one side to the other, at right angles to the length or width of something. Used to describe something that is laid or placed across something else.

Example

"The planks were laid crosswise to provide extra support to the bridge."

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