Synonyms for crosswise

Synonyms for (adj) crosswise

Synonyms: crosswise

Definition: in the shape of (a horizontal piece on) a cross

Similar words: horizontal

Definition: parallel to or in the plane of the horizon or a base line

Usage: a horizontal surface


Synonyms: crosswise

Definition: lying or extending across the length of a thing or in a cross direction

Usage: a crosswise street; the crosswise dimension

Similar words: cross, transversal, transverse, thwartwise

Definition: extending or lying across; in a crosswise direction; at right angles to the long axis

Usage: cross members should be all steel; from the transverse hall the stairway ascends gracefully; transversal vibrations; transverse colon


Similar words: cross-section, cross-sectional

Definition: representing a plane made by cutting across something at right angles to its length

Usage: cross-section views of the neck


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