Meaning of across in English
US /əˈkrɔs/ UK /əˈkrɒs/
1. from one side of a place to the other
A dog ran across in front of my car.
2. on or to the other side of something
Can you swim across?
US /əˈkrɔs/ UK /əˈkrɒs/
1. going from one side of a place to the other
He walked across the street into the shop.
2. reaching, extending, or spreading from one side of something to the other
There is a bridge across the river.
3. on or to the other side of; beyond; over
There is a post office across the street.
4. forming a cross with or upon
He stood with his arms folded across his chest.