Meaning of cross wire in English

1. Pronunciation

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1. Noun

   cross wire

   Definitions

   1. either of two fine mutually perpendicular lines that cross in the focus plane of an optical instrument and are use for sighting or calibration

   Examples

   • « he had the target in his cross hairs »