Crosspost
village · West Sussex
Old EnglishSurmised
Probable2 sources · historical forms · name elements
This village name refers to a post or marker at a crossroads. The 'Cross' element likely signifies a wayside cross.
Word origins
- Cross
- Old EnglishAttestedA wayside cross, often marking a junction or important place.(from cros "cross")
- Post
- Old EnglishAttestedA post or pole.(from post "post")
Historical forms
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