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/kʁwa/

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Translation

cross

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Word origin

From Latin crux (stem cruc-), which first meant a stake or gallows. English 'cross', 'crucial' and 'crux' come from the same noun.

Origin
Latin
Root
crux
English cognates
cross, crucial, crux

Grammar

Genderfeminine
Pluralcroixirregular

Examples

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A wooden cross marks the grave.

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The crosses in the church are made of gold.

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He wears a cross round his neck.

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Put a cross next to your name.

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Two crosses are marked on the map.

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This word is taught in chapter 26, lesson 6: croix, cap, défi and 7 more words.