Word: crosswise
Part of speech: Adjective
Syllables: cross
wise
Definition: crossing; lying across
Morphemes:
Affix: cross
Language: en
PoS: Verb
Meaning: To lay or draw something across, such as a line.
Etymology Compounds: Affix: crux
Language: la
Decoded: crux
PoS: Noun
Meaning: wooden frame on which criminals were crucified, especially a cross
Affix: -wise
Language: en
PoS: Suffix
Meaning: in the direction or orientation of