To press between two hard objects; to squeeze so as to alter the natural shape or integrity, or to force together into a mass. / To reduce to fine particles by pounding or grinding.

Having the shape of a cross.

(genetics) A cross shape in DNA; a Holliday junction. / Any emblem in the shape of a cross.

A system that maintains a vehicle at constant set speed, usually until the brake or accelerator is pressed. / A state of being where tasks are completed easily and routinely.

A sea or lake voyage, especially one taken for pleasure. / (aeronautics) Portion of aircraft travel at a constant airspeed and altitude between ascent and descent phases.

(intransitive) To sail about, especially for pleasure. / (intransitive) To travel at constant speed for maximum operating efficiency.

A small cup; cruse.

A more solid, dense or hard layer on a surface or boundary. / The external, hardened layer of certain foodstuffs, including most types of bread, fried meat, etc. / An outer layer composed of pastry

(transitive) To cover with a crust. / (intransitive) To form a crust.

To execute (a person) by nailing to a cross. / (hyperbolic) To punish or otherwise express extreme anger at, especially as a scapegoat or target of outrage.