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Cross-purpose word meaning and definition

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Meaning and definition for "cross-purpose" term

[noun] a contrary aim; "at cross-purposes"
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\Cross"-pur`pose\ (-p?r`p?s), n. 1. A counter or opposing purpose; hence, that which is inconsistent or contradictory. --Shaftesbury. 2. pl. A conversational game, in which questions and answers are made so as to involve ludicrous combinations of ideas. --Pepys. {To be at cross-purposes}, to misunderstand or to act counter to one another without intending it; -- said of persons.

See also: aim | design | intent | intention | purpose |

The fun area, different aproach to term »cross-purpose«

Let's analyse "cross purpose" as pure text. This string has Twelve letters in Three syllables and Four vowels. 33.3% of vowels is 5.3% less then average English word. Written in backwards: ESOPRUP SSORC. Average typing speed for these characters is 3430 milliseconds. [info]

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Morse code: -.-. .-. --- ... ... .--. ..- .-. .--. --- ... .

Numerology

Hearts desire number calculated from vowels: cross-purpose: 6 + 3 + 6 + 5 = 20, reduced: 2 . and the final result is Two.
Destiny number calculated from all letters: cross-purpose: 3 + 9 + 6 + 1 + 1 + 7 + 3 + 9 + 7 + 6 + 1 + 5 = 58, reduced: 4, and the final result is Four.

Tarot cards

Letter Num. Tarot c. Intensity Meaning
C (1) 3 Empress Patient, Willful, Strong, Giving
E (1) 5 Hierophant Wise, Crafty, Daring, Inventive
O (2) 15 Devil Optimist, Gamesman, Marketer, Hunter
P (2) 16 Tower Craftsman, Laborer, Builder
R (2) 18 Moon Patient, Determined, Strong
S (3) 19 Sun Colorful, Bright, Perceptive
U (1) 21 World Gifted, Generous, Bountiful

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