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Crossness Definition & Meaning

crossness
noun
  1. an irritable petulant feeling
  2. a disposition to be ill-tempered

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Frequently asked questions

What does crossness mean?
an irritable petulant feeling a disposition to be ill-tempered
What part of speech is crossness?
Crossness is a noun.
How many definitions does crossness have?
Crossness has 2 definitions across 1 part of speech (noun).

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