Crossroad: meaning, definitions and examples
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crossroad
[ ˈkrɒsˌrəʊd ]
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
Etymology
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.
See also: cross, crossable, crossbar, crossbow, crosser, crosshair, crossing, crossly, crosspiece, crossroads, crossway, crosswise, uncrossable.