crossing
Translation
crossing, intersection, junction, voyage
Examples
Use the zebra crossing to cross the road.
Use the crosswalk to cross the road.
The ferry crossing was very rough.
The ferry crossing was very rough.
We waited at the level crossing for the train.
We waited at the railroad crossing for the train.
Grammar Patterns
a ((type of)) crossing a railroad crossing
Similar Words
Synonyms: junction, intersection, passage
Etymology
From the verb 'to cross' plus the noun-forming suffix '-ing'. It literally means 'the act of crossing'.
Memory Tips
Picture a zebra using a 'zebra crossing' (or 'crosswalk') to cross the road. This links the specific type to the general word.