n. A structure consisting essentially of an upright and a crosspiece, anciently used as a gibbet in punishment by crucifixion, now, in various reduced or representative forms, as a symbol of the Christian faith.n. A structure or monument in the form of a cross, or with a cross upon it, set up by the wayside, in market-places, etc., in Greek and Roman Catholic countries, to excite devotion.n. A small cross with a human figure attached to it, as a representation of Christ crucified; a crucifix.n. Something resembling a cross, or some device in the form of a cross.n. In England, formerly, any coin bearing the representation of a cross. The common reverse type of English silver coins from William I. to James I. was a cross.n. The crucifixion of Christ; the sufferings and death of Christ as a necessary part of his mission; the atonement.n. The Christian religion, or those who accept it; Christianity; Christendom.n. Any suffering voluntarily borne in Christ's name and for Christ's sake.n. Anything that thwarts, obstructs, perplexes, or troubles; hindrance; vexation; misfortune; opposition; trial of patience.n. A mixing of breeds in the production of animals; an animal of a cross-breed.n. In botany, a cross-breed in plants, produced by cross-fertilizing individuals of different varieties of the same species.n. A four-way joint or connection in a wrought-or cast-iron pipe.n. In electricity, the accidental contact of two wires or conductors belonging to different circuits, or of two parts of the same circuit, in such a manner that a portion of the current flows from one to the other. When such a cross exists between two lines or circuits, they are said to be cross-circuited.n. In sporting, a contest decided dishonestly, through one of the parties allowing himself to be beaten, for the sake of gaining money by betting or bribery.n. The scarlet lychnis, Lychnis Chalcedonica, from the form and color of the flower.n. A society formed by clerical members of the extreme ritualistic section of the English Church.
