ALL meanings of cross-purpose
cross-pur·pose
C c - noun cross-purpose a contrary aim or purpose 3
- noun cross-purpose a contrary or conflicting purpose 3
- noun cross-purpose an opposing or contrary purpose. 1
- idioms cross-purpose at cross-purposes, in a way that involves or produces mutual misunderstanding or frustration, usually unintentionally. 1
- noun cross-purpose (Idiomatic) A contrary or conflicting purpose or understanding, especially an unintentional or misconceived one. 0
- noun cross-purpose (dated) A conversational game, in which questions and answers are made so as to involve ludicrous combinations of ideas. 0