kruis

Meaning

Noun

1. (neuter) cross (X-shape)
2. (neuter) cross (such shape as used in heraldry)
3. (neuter) cross (execution device with such shape)
4. (figuratively,neuter) cross (difficult or tortuous situation)
5. (neuter) crotch
6. (neuter) sharp
7. (neuter) heads (side of a coin)

Verb

1. (first-person,form-of,indicative,present,singular) inflection of kruisen:
2. (form-of,indicative,present,second-person,singular) inflection of kruisen:
3. (form-of,imperative) inflection of kruisen:

Pronounced as (IPA)

/krœy̯s/

Etymology

From Middle Dutch crûce, from Old Dutch *krūci, from Latin crux (“cross”).