Definition

A location where two or more paths, such as roads or tracks, meet or cross each other, or where people can safely cross a street.

Example

The pedestrian crossing is marked with bright stripes and a traffic light.

Conversation

Did you see the new pedestrian crossing they built downtown?

Yeah, it looks really safe for people walking now.

I think it will help reduce accidents at that busy intersection.

Definitely! It’s always good to have more crossing options.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Crossing → It is formed from "cross" (from Old English "cros", meaning a structure or mark made by intersecting lines) and "-ing" (a suffix used to indicate the action or process of). The word "crossing" refers to the action or process of crossing over something, such as a road or river.

Memory Tip

Think of a 'cross' as a mark made by intersecting lines, and the '-ing' indicates the action of doing it. So, 'crossing' means the action of going across something.

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