uncrossed

American

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

adjective

not crossed.
not marked with a line across.

to leave one's t's uncrossed.

Etymology

Origin of uncrossed

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

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uncrossed

These include using an appropriate cuff size, supporting the back, keeping the feet flat on the floor with the legs uncrossed, and positioning the arm correctly.

From Science Daily ● Oct. 1, 2026

Kyrylo Sakalo crossed and uncrossed his legs uncomfortably during an interview alongside his mother and grandmother and barely looked up from his cellphone.

From Seattle Times ● Dec. 29, 2023

Overshooting is risky, as the report acknowledges, because it might trip tipping points that can't be uncrossed, such as the melting of permafrost that would in turn release vast amounts of warming gases.

From BBC ● Mar. 20, 2023

She crossed her arms to symbolize the chains of slavery, then uncrossed them in release.

From Washington Post ● Aug. 24, 2019

Lola uncrossed her legs, smoothed her dress and stood, as though about to leave.

From "Atonement" by Ian McEwan

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