criss-cross Definition

criss-cross
adj

1. Said of lines: crossing one another in different directions.
2. Said of a pattern, etc: consisting of criss-cross lines.

adverb

1. In a criss-cross way or pattern.

noun

1. A pattern of criss-cross lines.

verb

tr & intr
1. To form, mark with or move in a criss-cross pattern.

Etymology: 19c: from Christ-Cross a decorative cross introducing the alphabet in old learning-books.