cross-back

X-shaped rear design

Cross-back describes a design where two straps cross over each other at the back, forming an X shape.

The term appears most often with clothing—bras, tank tops, aprons, swimsuits—where the crossed straps provide support or visual interest: a cross-back sports bra, a cross-back sundress.

Cross-back chairs have intersecting diagonal supports on the backrest.

athletic

swimming

Locomotion through water

gymnasticsAthletic discipline of controlled movement
volleyballCourt game over net
basketballTeam sport with hoops

tennis · triathlon · marathon · running · cycling · training · workout · fitness · exercise · endurance

garment

straps

Narrow securing bands

cutoutShape removed from material
silhouetteFilled-in outline shape
halterAnimal restraint rope

neckline · bodice · tank · swimsuit · dress · leotard · camisole · racerback · keyhole · draping

fashion

runway

Paved path for planes

coutureCustom high-fashion design
designerOne who plans appearances
trendyCurrently in vogue

chic · vogue · collection · catwalk · boutique · ensemble · apparel · haute · glamour · statement

Opposites

strap configuration

cross-backstrapless

Lacking shoulder bands

backless · racerback · T-back · halter · open-back

back coverage/exposure

cross-backfull-back

Backfield ball carrier

closed-back · backless · open-back

Family

cross, back, crossed, crosses, crossing, crosswise, crossroad, crossroads, crisscross

Familiarity: Top 500,000
Profile: Used worldwide · Timeless · Concrete · Rated G