[kraws-ig-zam-in, kros-] 
| 1. | to examine by questions intended to check a previous examination; examine closely or minutely. |
| 2. | Law. to examine (a witness called by the opposing side), as for the purpose of discrediting the witness's testimony. |
| cross examine | |
verb | |
| question closely, or question a witness that has already been questioned by the opposing side; "The witness was cross-examined by the defense" |