English Explanatory Dictionary

cross wires

English dictionary entry

Meanings

verb

To cause difficulty; to interact in a way that generates conflict.

verb

To interact in a way that causes confusion or interference.

noun

Synonym of reticle.

Word forms

cross wires crosses wires crossing wires crossed wires

Etymology

From the way two electrical wires that cross can create a short circuit.

Synonyms

reticle

Related words

cross-wiring

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