Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
criss-cross
verb
/ˈkrɪsˌkrɔs/
Definition
to move or intersect in a pattern that creates an X-like shape.
Examples
- They criss-crossed the field, making their way back and forth.
- The design of the fabric features a criss-cross pattern that is very eye-catching.
- As I walked through the complex, I noticed paths criss-crossing everywhere.
Meaning
The term describes lines that cross each other in a zigzag or intersecting manner, often used to illustrate paths or movements.
Synonyms
- intersect
- cross
- zigzag
