Pronunciation: [kɹˈɒsəz] (IPA) 
The word "crossers" is spelled with the letter combination "ss" instead of "ssr" or "srs" because of a phonological rule called the syllable structure constraint. According to this rule, there cannot be a consonant cluster at the end of a syllable in English, so adding an extra "r" at the end would violate this constraint. Instead, the "s" sound is doubled to create a new syllable. The IPA transcription for "crossers" is /ˈkrɒs.əz/.
Crossers, plural noun:
1. Individuals or groups who cross a boundary or a border, typically with the intention of reaching another place or destination. Crossers can refer to migrants, refugees, or travelers who physically, legally, or illegally cross borders or boundaries, either on foot, in vehicles, or by any other means of transportation. The term is commonly used when discussing immigration, international travel, or border control.
2. In sports, particularly football, crossers are players who move laterally across the field or into the opposing team's area from the wide areas of the pitch. These players aim to deliver a cross or pass into the penalty area to create goal-scoring opportunities for their teammates. The role of crossers is especially important for wingers or full-backs, whose primary objective is to deliver accurate crosses from the flanks.
3. Crossers can also refer to individuals or teams who participate in cross-country races or other similar endurance sports, where competitors traverse varied terrain, often incorporating hills, woods, or water obstacles.
Overall, the term "crossers" encompasses a range of contexts, including migration, sports, and endurance activities, highlighting the act of crossing boundaries, borders, or distances.
