crossroad

[kraws-rohd, kros-]

noun

1. a road that crosses another road, or one that runs transversely to main roads.

2. a by-road.

3. (used with a singular or plural verb),  Often crossroads.

   1. the place where roads intersect.

   2. a point at which a vital decision must be made.

   3. a main center of activity.

crossroad

/ ˈkrɒsˌrəʊd /

noun

1. a road that crosses another road

2. Also called: crossway. a road that crosses from one main road to another

Word History and Origins

Origin of crossroad¹

First recorded in 1710–20; cross- + road

Example Sentences

Two such fighters, sporting the insignia of internal security units and armed with rifles, could be seen in several images geolocated by BBC Verify stationed at a crossroads in Gaza City.

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“That was a real crossroads for me,” Key said.

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"Physically I'm at that crossroads," Bright said on Monday's podcast.

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Today the Middle East stands at a similar crossroads.

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“Ultimately, Washington’s policy towards Venezuela is at a crossroads. The White House needs to decide whether it wants to escalate military strikes, engage directly with Caracas, or simply declare victory and move on.”

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Related Words

• intersection