Crossroad: meaning, definitions and examples

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crossroad

[ ˈkrɒsˌrəʊd ]

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at the intersection

A crossroad is a place where two or more roads meet and cross each other. It is a point where travelers must choose which direction to go.

Synonyms

crossing, intersection, junction

Examples of usage

The car stopped at the crossroad, waiting for the traffic light to change.
There was a signpost at the crossroad indicating different destinations.
I stood at the crossroad, unsure which way to turn.

Translations

Translations of the word "crossroad" in other languages:

🇵🇹 cruzamento

🇮🇳 चौराहा (chauraha)

🇩🇪 Kreuzung

🇮🇩 persimpangan

🇺🇦 перехрестя

🇵🇱 skrzyżowanie

🇯🇵 交差点 (kōsaten)

🇫🇷 carrefour

🇪🇸 cruce

🇹🇷 kavşak

🇰🇷 교차로 (gyochalo)

🇸🇦 تقاطع الطرق (taqāṭuʿ al-ṭuruq)

🇨🇿 křižovatka

🇸🇰 križovatka

🇨🇳 十字路口 (shízì lùkǒu)

🇸🇮 križišče

🇮🇸 gatnamót

🇰🇿 қиылысы

🇬🇪 ჯვარედინი

🇦🇿 kəsişmə

🇲🇽 cruce

Word origin

The word 'crossroad' originated from the Old English word 'crosrād,' which was a combination of 'cros' (meaning 'cross') and 'rād' (meaning 'way'). The concept of crossroads has been significant in various cultures and mythologies, often symbolizing choices, decisions, and transitions.