"crossbones" meaning in All languages combined

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Noun [English]

IPA: /ˈkɹɒsbəʊnz/ [Received-Pronunciation], /ˈkɹɔsboʊnz/ [General-American], /ˈkɹɑs-/ [General-American]
Etymology: From cross + bones. Etymology templates: {{compound|en|cross|bones}} cross + bones Head templates: {{en-noun|p}} crossbones pl (plural only)
  1. A representation of two femurs (thighbones) crossed diagonally, chiefly combined with a human skull as a symbol of danger or death. Tags: plural, plural-only Synonyms: cross-bones Derived forms: skull and crossbones Related terms: Jolly Roger Translations (representation of two femurs crossed diagonally): luut ristissä (Finnish)

Alternative forms

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