across

English

/əˈkɹɒs/, /əˈkɹɔs/, /əˈkɹɑs/

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Definitions
  • To, toward or from the far side of (something that lies between two points of interest).
  • On the opposite side of (something that lies between two points of interest).
  • (Southern US) across from: on the opposite side, relative to something that lies between, from (a point of interest).
  • From one side to the other within (a space being traversed).
  • At or near the far end of (a space).
  • Spanning.
  • Throughout.
  • So as to intersect or pass through or over at an angle.
  • In possession of full, up-to-date information about; abreast of.

Etymology

Inherited from Middle English acros prefix from English cross (grumpy) derived from an (on, in).

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an

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on, in

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