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cross-pur⋅pose
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pəs
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–noun
1.
an opposing or contrary purpose.
—Idiom
2.
at cross-purposes,
in a way that involves or produces mutual misunderstanding or frustration, usually unintentionally.
Origin:
1660–70
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Based on the Random House Dictionary, © Random House, Inc. 2009.
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