crossfire
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Noun — Gunfire coming from two or more directions, especially endangering anyone caught between the shooters.
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Etymology
Formed from "cross-" plus "fire," describing gunfire directed across a shared line of attack.
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What does “crossfire” mean?
The word “crossfire” means gunfire coming from two or more directions, especially endangering anyone caught between the shooters. In plain terms, literally gunfire from multiple directions, or figuratively being caught between two arguing parties.
How do you pronounce “crossfire”?
“Crossfire” is pronounced KROS-feye-uh (/ˈkɹɔːsfaɪɹ/ in IPA).
How do you use “crossfire” in a sentence?
Here is “crossfire” used in a sentence: “A bystander was hit in the crossfire during the shootout.”
What part of speech is “crossfire”?
“Crossfire” is a noun.
How many meanings does “crossfire” have?
“Crossfire” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: gunfire coming from two or more directions, especially endangering anyone caught between the shooters.