uncrossed

American  

[uhn-krawst, -krost] / ʌnˈkrɔst, -ˈkrɒst /

adjective

1. not crossed.

2. not marked with a line across.

   to leave one's t's uncrossed.

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Etymology

Origin of uncrossed

First recorded in 1550–60; un- ¹ + crossed

Example Sentences

I was sat in an uncomfortable way and I crossed and uncrossed my legs.

From BBC • Apr. 25, 2022

The lines will need to get uncrossed in a hurry if the Steelers want to pull off an upset that would give their postseason chances a massive shot.

From Seattle Times • Dec. 22, 2021

I love these people, but they crossed a line that can’t be uncrossed.

From Slate • Mar. 14, 2018

Team World’s captain, John McEnroe, crossed and uncrossed his arms like a college senior at his first job interview.

From New York Times • Sep. 22, 2017

There was a stir of restlessness along the bar, shoulders hunched, legs were uncrossed.

From "Travels with Charley in Search of America" by John Steinbeck