Athwart
EN→ZH
What Does Athwart Mean?
- 横过
- 横向
- 对立地
Athwart Pronunciation
/əˈθwɔːrt/
Athwart Definition
preposition
Definition
In a position across something; from side to side.
In ZH
在某物的横穿位置；从一侧到另一侧。
How to Use Athwart in a Sentence
- The bridge was built athwart the river.
- They placed the fence athwart the garden.
- He lay athwart the path, blocking the way.
- The ship sailed athwart the waves.
- The lines of text run athwart the page.
adverb
Definition
Crosswise; in a direction or position that is not parallel.
In ZH
横向；以非平行的方向或位置。
How to Use Athwart in a Sentence
- The roads intersect athwart.
- She threw the ribbon athwart the table.
- Athwart the sky, the birds flew.
- The team went athwart their opponents’ plans.
- The colors flowed athwart the canvas.