The word “cross” can have several meanings depending on the context:
1. **As a noun**:
– A geometrical figure consisting of two intersecting lines or bars, often used as a symbol of Christianity.
– A mark or symbol (e.g., a “+” symbol) indicating a mistake or a choice.
– An object or structure resembling this shape or used for a particular purpose, such as a crucifix.
2. **As a verb**:
– To move or pass from one side to the other, such as crossing a street or a border.
– To intersect or overlap, as in two lines crossing each other.
– To make a mark (like a “X”) to indicate something, often in the context of denoting a wrong answer or choice.
3. **As an adjective**:
– Used to describe someone who is annoyed or angry, as in “a cross look.”
4. **In biology**:
– Refers to the hybrid offspring resulting from the mating of individuals from different varieties or species, often used in the context of genetics or plant breeding.
These definitions reflect the diverse usage of the word “cross” in English.
