释义 |
cross-check I. \ˈ ̷ ̷| ̷ ̷\ transitive verb Etymology: cross (V) 1. : to obstruct in ice hockey by holding or thrusting one's stick held in both hands across an opponent's face or body 2. : to check (as data, reports, statements) from various angles or sources to determine accuracy or validity II. noun 1. a. : an illegal cross-checking of an opposing player b. : an illegal stopping of an opponent by holding the handle of the stick across his body or face in the game of lacrosse 2. a. : an act or action of cross-checking < a cross-check made by comparing foreign and domestic news accounts > b. : a means of cross-checking < lists used as cross-checks > |