cross-country
Translation
cross-country
Examples
He is on the cross-country team.
He is on the cross-country team.
They took a cross-country road trip.
They took a cross-country road trip.
Grammar Patterns
((cross-country + noun)) across a country or over natural land A cross-country flight takes about five hours.
Similar Words
Synonyms: nationwide, coast-to-coast
Etymology
Combination of 'cross' (across) and 'country'.
Memory Tips
Literally means going 'across the country', whether for a race or a trip.