Definition of cross-purpose Cross-purpose
cross•pur•pose
We found 6 definitions of cross-purpose from 4 different sources.
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What does cross-purpose mean?
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| cross-purpose - a contrary aim; "at cross-purposes" |
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Wiktionary 
- cross-purpose (Noun)
A contrary or conflicting purpose or understanding, especially an unintentional or misconceived one. - cross-purpose (Noun)
A conversational game, in which questions and answers are made so as to involve ludicrous combinations of ideas.
Webster DictionaryWebster's Unabridged Dictionary 📘
- cross-purpose (n.)
A counter or opposing purpose; hence, that which is inconsistent or contradictory. - cross-purpose (n.)
A conversational game, in which questions and answers are made so as to involve ludicrous combinations of ideas.
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cross-purpose
The understanding of something in a different way than it is meant.
