athwart
/əˈθwɔrt/
preposition
- Across the direction or course of something; from side to side.
- The fallen tree lay athwart the hiking trail, blocking the path.
- He placed a plank athwart the gap to create a temporary bridge.
- The ship sailed athwart the strong current, making slow progress.
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adverb
- In a position or direction that crosses something; sideways or across.
- The wind blew the sail athwart, causing the boat to tilt.
- The beam lay athwart, blocking the narrow corridor.
- She stood athwart in the doorway, preventing anyone from entering.
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