As a Noun: 1. The path between one place and another over or across something like a road, river, or some kind of obstacle. 2. A place where pedestrians can cross a street and where motorists must stop to let them cross. English = pedestrian crossing, crossing. As a Verb or Adjective: 1. To move from one side of an area or place (such as a road, room, or an area of land) to the other side. English = go across, cross.