ˈcross-ˌhilted,a. [cross- 11.] Having a hilt which forms a cross with the blade and handle. 1661Evelyn Tyranus in Mem. (1871) 751, I..had rather see a glittering stone to hasp it there, than the long cross hilted knots now worn.1878B. Taylor Deukalion ii. iii. 68 Cross-hilted swords.