Crossroads: meaning, definitions and examples

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crossroads

[ ˈkrɒsˌrəʊdz ]

^{Context #1}

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.

^{Context #2}

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

Word origin

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.