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cross-Channel

|cross/Chan/nel|

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/krɔs ˈtʃænəl/

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/krɒs ˈtʃænəl/

across the Channel

Etymology
Etymology Information

'cross-Channel' originates from the English words 'cross' and 'Channel', where 'cross' meant 'to go across' and 'Channel' referred to the English Channel.

Historical Evolution

'cross-Channel' was formed by combining the words 'cross' and 'Channel' to describe activities or travel across the English Channel.

Meaning Changes

Initially, it meant 'to go across the Channel', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.

Meanings by Part of Speech

Adjective 1

relating to or involving travel across the English Channel.

The cross-Channel ferry departs every morning.

Synonyms

Last updated: 2025/01/22 02:16