Crossway: meaning, definitions and examples

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crossway

 

[ ˈkrɒsˌweɪ ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

road intersection

A crossway is a point where two or more roads cross each other, typically with traffic lights or stop signs to regulate the flow of vehicles.

Synonyms

crossroads, intersection, junction

Examples of usage

  • The crossway was congested with traffic during rush hour.
  • Drivers should always be cautious when approaching a crossway.
  • I had to wait at the crossway for the pedestrian signal to turn green.
Context #2 | Noun

religious usage

In Christian theology, a crossway symbolizes the intersection of faith and daily life, the point where spiritual beliefs guide one's actions and decisions.

Synonyms

convergence, intersection, merging

Examples of usage

  • She found solace in prayer at the crossway of her life's challenges.
  • The crossway between belief and practice is a central theme in Christian teachings.

Translations

Translations of the word "crossway" in other languages:

🇵🇹 cruzamento

🇮🇳 चौराहा

🇩🇪 Kreuzung

🇮🇩 persimpangan

🇺🇦 перехрестя

🇵🇱 skrzyżowanie

🇯🇵 交差点 (こうさてん)

🇫🇷 carrefour

🇪🇸 cruce

🇹🇷 kavşak

🇰🇷 교차로 (gyochalo)

🇸🇦 تقاطع

🇨🇿 křižovatka

🇸🇰 križovatka

🇨🇳 交叉口 (jiāochākǒu)

🇸🇮 križišče

🇮🇸 gatnamót

🇰🇿 қиылыс

🇬🇪 გზაჯვარედინი

🇦🇿 kəsişmə

🇲🇽 cruce

Etymology

The word 'crossway' originated from the combination of 'cross' and 'way', reflecting the idea of a path crossing another path. It has been used in English since the late 19th century to denote intersections of various kinds, both literal and metaphorical.

See also: cross, crossable, crossbar, crossbow, crosser, crosshair, crossing, crossly, crosspiece, crossroad, crossroads, crosswise, uncrossable.