Crossing
/ˈkrɒsɪŋ/
Definitions
- (n.) A place where a path, road, railway, or river is crossed legally or physically, often regulated to ensure safety or rights of passage.
Pedestrians used the designated crossing to safely reach the other side of the street.
- (n.) The act or instance of traversing or passing over a boundary, often relevant in jurisdictional or property law contexts.
The crossing of state lines triggered federal jurisdiction over the case.
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- crossings
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Commentary
In legal drafting, clarifying whether crossing refers to physical locations or acts can prevent ambiguity, especially in traffic regulations or territorial laws.
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