cross
noun
Definitions of cross noun
mark(標記)
- A1Countable(可數名詞)
A mark formed by two intersecting lines, typically an 'x' or '+', used to indicate a location or an error.
（標示位置或錯誤的）交叉符號（X）；叉號
structure(結構)
- B1Countable(可數名詞)
A structure consisting of an upright post with a horizontal beam near the top, used in ancient times for execution by crucifixion.
（古代死刑用的）十字架
symbol(符號)
- B1Countable(可數名詞)
A cross-shaped object, often used as a symbol of Christianity, representing the cross on which Jesus Christ was crucified.
（象徵基督教的）十字架；十字形物體
Jesus Christ was executed on a cross.
耶穌基督被釘在十字架上。
She wears a golden cross pendant on her neck.
她脖子上戴著一個金色的十字架吊墜。
The pastor made the sign of the cross over the deceased.
牧師在死者身上畫了十字架的記號。
award(獎項)
- Countable(可數名詞)
A medal or award in the shape of a cross, often given for recognition of bravery or service.
十字勳章
The Victoria Cross is awarded in Britain to those who demonstrate extraordinary bravery during wartime.
維多利亞十字勳章在英國被授予那些在戰時表現出非凡勇氣的人。
combination(組合)
- Countable(可數名詞)
A hybrid or blend resulting from the combination of two different elements or species.
混合物；雜交品種；混血兒
Service dogs are frequently a cross between Labrador Retrievers and German Shepherds.
服務犬通常是拉布拉多犬和德國牧羊犬的混種。
sports(運動)
- Countable(可數名詞)
A pass, kick, or hit in sports where the ball is moved laterally across the field rather than forwards or backwards.
（球類運動）橫傳球
He scored a header into the goal following a superb cross from Billy.
比利傳出一記漂亮的橫傳球，他頭球破門得分。
verb
Definitions of cross verb
move(移動)
- A2Transitive(及物動詞)Intransitive(不及物動詞)
To move from one side of something to the other.
越過；橫穿；橫渡；橫跨
This is not a safe place to cross the street.
這裡不是過馬路的安全地點。
Always check for traffic before you cross the road.
過馬路前一定要先查看交通狀況。
Go across the bridge and then turn right.
過橋後向右轉。
oppose(反對)
- Transitive(及物動詞)
To oppose or defy someone, often causing annoyance or anger.
與…作對；惹惱
If I were you, I wouldn't cross him unless you have a death wish.
如果我是你，我不會惹他，除非你不想活了。
breed(繁殖)
- Transitive(及物動詞)
To breed plants or animals of different varieties together to create a new variety.
使雜交
sports(運動)
- Transitive(及物動詞)Intransitive(不及物動詞)
In sports, to pass, kick, or throw the ball laterally across the field to another player.
（球類運動）橫傳
He crossed the ball to Bremer, but Bremer missed the goal from two meters out.
他把球橫傳給布雷默，但布雷默在兩米外錯失了進球。
mark(標記)
- finance & economics(金融與經濟)specialized(專業)
To draw two parallel lines across a check to indicate that it must be deposited into a bank account.
（在支票上）劃線；作廢
a crossed cheque
一張畫線支票
Phrases of cross verb
- cross yourself
To make the sign of the cross by moving one's hand in a specific pattern across the chest or forehead, typically as part of a religious practice.
劃十字（聖號）；畫十字聖號
• She fell to her knees, crossed herself, and began to pray fervently.
她跪下，劃了十字，開始熱切地祈禱。
- cross someone's mind
If a thought crosses your mind, it briefly occurs to you.
想法閃過；浮現於腦海；想起某事
• It suddenly crossed my mind that tomorrow is our anniversary.
我突然想到明天是我們的紀念日。
- cross your arms/fingers/legs
To position one arm, finger, or leg over the other.
將雙臂、手指或雙腿中的一隻置於另一隻之上。
• She sat on the chair with her legs crossed.
她坐在椅子上，雙腿交叉。
adjective
Definitions of cross adjective
Feeling annoyed or angry.
惱怒的；生氣的
My dad will be cross with me if I leave the kitchen in a mess.
如果我把廚房弄得一團糟，我爸爸會對我生氣。
prefix
Definitions of cross prefix
Extending or moving from one side to another.
橫過；越過
cross-border
跨境
Relating to or involving different groups or disciplines.
由不同群體或學科組成的
cross-party discussions
跨黨派討論
Idioms
- Cross my heart (and hope to die)
Used to emphasize that what one has just said or promised is absolutely true and sincere.
（表示诚意）我以诚心誓誓
• "I didn't eat the cookies, cross my heart and hope to die," the child said, holding up his hands.
「我沒有吃餅乾，我發誓，否則不得好死，」小孩舉起雙手說道。
- cross swords
To engage in a conflict or dispute with someone; to argue or debate.
（與某人）意見不合；爭論、辯論。
• The two supervisors crossed swords several times during the meeting about the company's future direction.
兩位主管在會議中多次就公司未來方向發生爭執。
- I'll/we'll cross that bridge when I/we come/get to it
This idiom means to postpone worrying about a potential problem until it actually occurs.
船到橋頭自然直
• "What if we can't find enough sponsors?" "Don't worry, we'll cross that bridge when we come to it. I am sure we will figure something out by then."
「如果我們找不到足夠的贊助商怎麼辦？」「別擔心，我們到時再處理。我相信到時候我們會想出辦法的。」
- cross my heart (and hope to die)
An expression used to emphasize the truthfulness or sincerity of a statement or promise.
挺胸證明（所說皆真）
• I promise you I won't tell anyone your secret, cross my heart and hope to die!
我向你保證我不會告訴任何人你的秘密，我發誓！
- cross someone's hand/palm with silver
To pay someone, typically a fortune teller, for a prediction of the future.
（向算命師）付錢以請求占卜未來
• She decided to seek out a Gypsy and cross her hand with silver to have her fortune told.
她決定去找一位吉普賽人，並付錢給她占卜未來。
- a (heavy) cross to bear
A difficult or unpleasant situation or person that one must accept and manage, despite the challenges it presents.
沈重的負擔
• Caring for her elderly parents was a heavy cross to bear, but she never complained.
照顧年邁的父母對她來說是一個沉重的負擔，但她從未抱怨過。
- cross the line
To behave in a manner that exceeds the limits of what is considered socially or morally acceptable.
越界
• His comments clearly crossed the line, making many people uncomfortable.
他的言論明顯越界，讓許多人感到不舒服。
- cross someone's path/cross paths with someone
to meet or encounter someone, often unexpectedly or by chance.
（通常指偶然地）與某人相遇。
• I crossed paths with an old friend at the supermarket yesterday.
昨天我在超市偶然遇到了一位老朋友。
Phrasal Verbs of cross
- cross something out
to intentionally draw a line through written text, often due to a mistake
劃掉
• She accidentally wrote the wrong name, so she decided to cross it out.
她不小心寫錯了名字，所以決定把它劃掉。
- cross over
to shift from one style or activity to another
轉變風格；轉換風格
• He decided to cross over from pop music to classical music.
他決定從流行音樂跨界到古典音樂。
- cross someone/something off (something)
to eliminate someone or something, like a name, from a list by striking a line through it
劃掉，刪去（從列表上）
• During the meeting, Mia crossed her name off the list of attendees.
在會議期間，Mia在出席者名單上劃掉了自己的名字。