Recrossing: meaning, definitions and examples
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recrossing
[ riːˈkrɔːsɪŋ ]
movement across
Recrossing refers to the act of crossing back over something that has been crossed before, such as a border or a threshold. This can apply in various contexts, including geographical, emotional, or metaphorical scenarios. It often implies returning to a previous state or location after having moved away from it. The term may be used in discussions about migration, travel, or even personal experiences where one returns to an earlier position.
Synonyms
cross again, re-enter, return.
Examples of usage
- After traveling to Europe, she began recrossing into her home country.
- The hikers found themselves recrossing the river after realizing they took a wrong turn.
- The politician discussed recrossing the border in the context of new trade agreements.
Translations
Translations of the word "recrossing" in other languages:
🇵🇹 recrossing
🇮🇳 पुनः पार करना
🇩🇪 Wiederüberquerung
🇮🇩 menyeberang kembali
🇺🇦 перехід назад
🇵🇱 ponowne przekroczenie
🇯🇵 再横断
🇫🇷 recroisement
🇪🇸 recruzar
🇹🇷 yeniden geçiş
🇰🇷 다시 건너기
🇸🇦 إعادة عبور
🇨🇿 znovu překročení
🇸🇰 znovu prekročenie
🇨🇳 重新跨越
🇸🇮 ponovno prečkanje
🇮🇸 afturferðir
🇰🇿 қайта кесіп өту
🇬🇪 მეორე გადაკვეთა
🇦🇿 yenidən keçmək
🇲🇽 recruzar
Etymology
The word 'recrossing' is formed from the prefix 're-', meaning 'again' or 'back', and 'crossing', which originates from the Old English 'cros', meaning 'a mark or sign of the cross'. 'Crossing' is derived from the verb 'cross', which indicates the act of moving from one side to another. The prefix enhances the action by implying a return across the same boundary or threshold that was previously passed. As society has evolved, so has the understanding of movement, travel, and borders, leading to the current usage of 'recrossing' in various contexts, including physical movement and metaphorical journeys. The concept has significance in legal, social, and emotional discussions, marking a return to a prior state or the re-evaluation of one's circumstances.