Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

crossfire

noun

/ˈkrɔsˌfaɪər/

Definition

A situation in which people are caught or involved in a disagreement or conflict between two opposing parties.

Examples

During the debate, the senator was caught in the crossfire of opposing opinions.
In the movie, the characters had to navigate through a crossfire between rival gangs.
Standing in the middle of the argument felt like being in crossfire.

Meaning

Crossfire can also refer to a rapid exchange of gunfire between two or more shooters. It often describes a scenario where individuals are in the line of fire, literally or metaphorically, from two different sides.