cross-out

[ kraws-out, kros- ]

noun

1. a word, line, etc., that has been crossed out.

Word History and Origins

Origin of cross-out¹

Noun use of verb phrase cross out

Example Sentences

He finally moved the cross out of the view of his webcam and grabbed a small, clear vial.

From The Daily Beast

I do not intend to cross out this statement about the most striking landmark of Paris, the participant in most of my vistas.

From Project Gutenberg

We had to read all their letters and cross out any military info that the enemy might pick up.

From Project Gutenberg

After reading letters for a couple of hours, I don't believe we bothered to cross out much.

From Project Gutenberg

The girl seemed to cross out those words with an energetic move of her head.

From Project Gutenberg

However, there might be no harm in my trying, and perhaps the school-master would cross out the bad language.

From Project Gutenberg

Related Words

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• abort
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• rescind
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