Crosswise - definition, pronunciation, transcription

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Amer.  |ˈkrɔːswaɪz|  American pronunciation of the word crosswise
Brit.  |ˈkrɒswaɪz|  British pronunciation of the word crosswise

adjective

- in the shape of (a horizontal piece on) a cross

adverb

- not in the intended manner
things are going crosswise
- transversely (syn: across, crossways)

Extra examples

Cut the potato crosswise rather than lengthwise into thin slices.

...first cut the sandwiches crosswise and then trim the crusts...

He got crosswise with his boss and nearly lost his job.

Halve the potatoes crosswise.

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