crossbones
/ˈkrɔsˌboʊnz/
noun
- A symbol consisting of two bones crossed diagonally, often placed below a skull to represent death or danger.
- The warning label on the bottle showed a skull and crossbones to indicate poison.
- In the old map, the treasure was marked with a crossbones symbol.
- The pirate flag had a skull and crossbones on a black background.
- A representation of two bones crossed, used as a symbol for pirates or piracy.
- The movie poster featured a skull and crossbones to hint at the pirate adventure.
- The children dressed as pirates and painted crossbones on their hats.
- He wore a T-shirt with a skull and crossbones design.