across
(crosswords, often in combination) A word that runs horizontally in the completed puzzle grid or its associated clue.
Word facts
Definition of Across
(crosswords, often in combination) A word that runs horizontally in the completed puzzle grid or its associated clue.
Example sentences
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I solved all of the acrosses, but then got stuck on 3 down.
Synonyms for Across
Antonyms for Across
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FAQ
Questions people ask
How many syllables does across have?
Across has 2 syllables: acr·oss. The word is broken into 2 spoken beats.
What part of speech is across?
Across is used as a noun. As a noun, it names a thing, idea, or concept.
What are synonyms for across?
This entry does not currently list synonyms for across. Try the Word Explorer or the Prefix Finder to explore related word patterns.
How do you use across in a sentence?
Example: "I solved all of the acrosses, but then got stuck on 3 down."
What words start with the same letter as across?
Across starts with the letter A. You can browse all words beginning with A on the Word Explorer A page, or use the Prefix Finder tool to search for words that begin with specific starting letters.
How many letters does across have?
Across has 6 letters. It contains 2 syllables and starts with the letter A. In word games, letter count and syllable count can help narrow results when you know the word length.