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1. cross-purpose
2. purpose
noun. ['ˈpɝːpəs'] an anticipated outcome that is intended or that guides your planned actions.
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Etymology
- purpose (English)
- purpos (Middle English (1100-1500))
- purposer (Old French (842-ca. 1400))
- purposen (Middle English (1100-1500))
3. purpose
noun. ['ˈpɝːpəs'] what something is used for.
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Etymology
- purpose (English)
- purpos (Middle English (1100-1500))
- purposer (Old French (842-ca. 1400))
- purposen (Middle English (1100-1500))
4. purpose
noun. ['ˈpɝːpəs'] the quality of being determined to do or achieve something; firmness of purpose.
Etymology
- purpose (English)
- purpos (Middle English (1100-1500))
- purposer (Old French (842-ca. 1400))
- purposen (Middle English (1100-1500))
5. cross
verb. ['ˈkrɔs'] travel across or pass over.
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Etymology
- cross (English)
- cross (Middle English (1100-1500))
6. cross
verb. ['ˈkrɔs'] meet at a point.
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Etymology
- cross (English)
- cross (Middle English (1100-1500))
7. cross
adjective. ['ˈkrɔs'] extending or lying across; in a crosswise direction; at right angles to the long axis.
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- cross (English)
- cross (Middle English (1100-1500))
8. cross
noun. ['ˈkrɔs'] a wooden structure consisting of an upright post with a transverse piece.
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Etymology
- cross (English)
- cross (Middle English (1100-1500))