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Meaning of cross-country

Source language: EnglishDictionary language: English

cross-country

noun

Definitions

  1. A running sport popular in US high schools, colleges, etc. where participants race over varying terrain (e.g. golf courses, roads, etc.) in approximately 5- to 10-kilometre races. Abbreviated XC.

  2. A phase of the equestrian sport of three day eventing, which the horse and rider travel over varied terrain and jump natural obstacles.

  3. Flight between two points or aerodromes using navigational techniques.

adjective

Definitions

  1. From one side of a country to the other.

  2. Across countryside.

  3. Relating to cross country racing.

  4. (of data or research) Across countries.