cross

hình chữ thập, dấu chữ thập

1. A geometrical figure consisting of two straight lines or bars intersecting each other such that at least one of them is bisected by the other.Hình gồm hai đường thẳng hoặc thanh cắt nhau sao cho ít nhất một đường hoặc thanh bị đường kia chia đôi.
2. Any geometric figure having this or a similar shape, such as a cross of Lorraine or a Maltese cross.Hình có dạng này hoặc tương tự, chẳng hạn thập tự Lorraine hoặc thập tự Malta.
3. A wooden post with a perpendicular beam attached and used (especially in the Roman Empire) to execute criminals (by crucifixion).
4. A hand gesture made in imitation of the shape of the Cross; sign of the cross.
5. Any representation of the crucifix, as in religious architecture, burial markers, jewelry, etc.

• Put a cross for a wrong answer and a tick for a right one.
• Criminals were commonly executed on a wooden cross.
• She made the cross after swearing.