crossword

American  

[kraws-wurd, kros-] / ˈkrɔsˌwɜrd, ˈkrɒs- /

noun

1. a crossword puzzle.

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Etymology

Origin of crossword

First recorded in 1910–15

Example Sentences

“It means crossword puzzles,” I say, my voice quiet, when Nate doesn’t answer.

From Literature

I throw on running clothes and head downstairs, where Mom’s doing today’s crossword puzzle at the kitchen table with a steaming mug of coffee next to her.

From Literature

He notes that the interwar period allowed increased leisure time for many, generating fads for new games such as the clue-based crossword puzzle.

From The Wall Street Journal

Dad looks up from his crossword puzzle, amused by my dramatic entrance.

From Literature

And if you eat better foods, go for more walks, drink tea, do crossword puzzles and engage in some brain training, what’s the worst that could happen?

From MarketWatch