plural of cross-purpose

(dated) A conversational game, in which questions and answers are made so as to involve ludicrous combinations of ideas.

Of the form of a cross.

Taking place across a border.

Across a border.

present participle of cross-reference

(nautical) Two horizontal beams at the top of the lower and top masts, used to spread rigging and as a standing place for sailors.

Any of several forms of cross whose arms are narrow at the center and broad at the extremities.

(US) An area on a road where a train crosses.

To betray or go back on.