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a·cross
 across
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- pronunciation:
kraws
- parts of speech:
- preposition, adverb
| part of speech: |
preposition |
| definition 1: |
from one side or end to the other of.
There is a beautiful arch across the entranceway.
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| definition 2: |
to or on the other side or end of.
Let's go to the store across the street.
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| definition 3: |
so as to pass over at an angle; in or to a crosswise position.
The straps go across each other in the back.The numeral seven is written with a line across it by Europeans. |
| related words: |
down |
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| part of speech: |
adverb |
| definition 1: |
from one side or end to the other.
He came to a small stream and jumped across. |
| definition 2: |
on or to the other side or end.
She sat across from me at the table. |
| definition 3: |
in a crossed or crosswise manner.
Hold the first ribbon straight, then put the other one across. |
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