Definition of CROSS. Meaning of CROSS. Synonyms of CROSS

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Definition of CROSS

Cross
Cross Cross, v. t. To cross a check (Eng. Banking), to draw two parallel transverse lines across the face of a check, with or without adding between them the words ``and company', with or without the words ``not negotiable', or to draw the transverse lines simply, with or without the words ``not negotiable' (the check in any of these cases being crossed generally). Also, to write or print across the face of a check the name of a banker, with or without the words ``not negotiable' (the check being then crossed specially). A check crossed generally is payable only when presented through a bank; one crossed specially, only when presented through the bank mentioned. Cross-buttock Cross"-but`tock, n. (Wrestling) A throw in which the wrestler turns his left side to his opponent, places his left leg across both legs of his opponent, and pulls him forward over his hip; hence, an unexpected defeat or repulse.

Meaning of CROSS from wikipedia

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