noun, verb ·Rare ·Advanced level

Definitions

Noun

1. 1
   A feature of some digital distribution systems, especially video games, allowing a person who buys the product for one platform or device to use the versions for other platforms or devices at no additional cost. countable, uncountable
2. 2
   A product purchased according to this scheme. countable, uncountable

Verb

1. 1
   To purchase (a product) according to this scheme.

Etymology

From cross- + buy.

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