Across Definition & Meaning
across
- adverb
- to the opposite side; "the football field was 300 feet across"
- transversely; "the marble slabs were cut across"
"Across" in song lyrics
See how across is used in real songs:
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"But sometimes it just, it don't get across"
500 f/ Husalah, The Jacka, Big T, Lil' Tone — 50 Bullets -
"I'm just trying to be a solid oak tree for every child to carve its name across"
Aesop Rock — Water -
"Straight up bodegas of thought ya come across"
Afu-Ra — Mic Stance
Words that rhyme with across
Usage tips for "across"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "across" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for across to find words that pair well.
Use "across" in a verse
Now that you know what "across" means, try using it in your own lyrics:
Generate a verseFrequently asked questions
- What does across mean?
- to the opposite side; "the football field was 300 feet across" transversely; "the marble slabs were cut across"
- What part of speech is across?
- Across is an adverb.
- How many definitions does across have?
- Across has 2 definitions across 1 part of speech (adverb).