Crossroads: meaning, definitions and examples
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crossroads
[ ˈkrɒsˌrəʊdz ]
at a decision
A point at which a crucial decision must be made that will have far-reaching consequences.
Synonyms
intersection, junction, turning point
Examples of usage
- She found herself at a crossroads in her career, unsure which path to take next.
- The company is at a crossroads and must decide whether to expand or downsize.
physical location
An intersection of two or more roads.
Synonyms
crossing, crossway, intersection
Examples of usage
- He waited at the crossroads for the traffic light to change.
- The old inn was located at the crossroads of two major highways.
Translations
Translations of the word "crossroads" in other languages:
🇵🇹 cruzamento
🇮🇳 चौराहा
🇩🇪 Kreuzung
🇮🇩 persimpangan
🇺🇦 перехрестя
🇵🇱 skrzyżowanie
🇯🇵 交差点
🇫🇷 carrefour
🇪🇸 cruce
🇹🇷 kavşak
🇰🇷 교차로
🇸🇦 تقاطع
🇨🇿 křižovatka
🇸🇰 križovatka
🇨🇳 十字路口
🇸🇮 križišče
🇮🇸 gatnamót
🇰🇿 қиылыс
🇬🇪 გამოსასვლელი
🇦🇿 kəsişmə
🇲🇽 cruce
Etymology
The term 'crossroads' dates back to the 17th century and is a combination of 'cross' (referring to the intersection of roads) and 'roads'. Crossroads have long been associated with decision-making and significant moments in literature and folklore, symbolizing choices and directions in life.
See also: cross, crossable, crossbar, crossbow, crosser, crosshair, crossing, crossly, crosspiece, crossroad, crossway, crosswise, uncrossable.