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Meaning of crossed letter | Babel Free

Noun CEFR B2

Definitions

A letter written using the method by which text is written in one direction, the paper is then turned ninety degrees, and then additional text is written perpendicularly over the first set, creating a grid; mainly in order to save paper and expensive postage in the 19th century.

historical

CEFR level

B2
Upper Intermediate
This word is part of the CEFR B2 vocabulary — upper intermediate level.
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