Meaning of the word crossroad in English

What does crossroad mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

crossroad

US /ˈkrɑːs.roʊd/
UK /ˈkrɑːs.roʊd/
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Noun

1.

a place where two or more roads meet or intersect

Example:
We reached a crossroad and had to decide which way to go.
The accident happened at the busy crossroad near the market.
2.

a point at which a crucial decision must be made that will have far-reaching consequences

Example:
The company is at a crossroad, facing a choice between expansion and consolidation.
His career reached a crossroad when he was offered a job abroad.
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