Meaning of the word crossword in English

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

crossword

US /ˈkrɑːs.wɝːd/
UK /ˈkrɒs.wɜːd/
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Noun

a puzzle consisting of a grid of squares into which words crossing vertically and horizontally are written according to clues

Example:
She spends her Sunday mornings doing the crossword in the newspaper.
I need a five-letter word for 'happy' for my crossword.