† overˈthwartwise, adv. Obs.
[f. as prec. + -wise.]
In an ‘overthwart’ direction; crosswise, athwart. So † overˈthwartways adv. Obs.
| 1594 Plat Jewell-ho. iii. 24 Fasten this bar ouerthwartwise in the middle point of the ouen mouth. 1656 Ridgley Pract. Physic 44 If the Artery be cut long, or over-thwartwaies. |