come home by weeping cross

Language: en

1.
EnglandUKarchaicregional
- To return by a place historically known as 'Weeping Cross' (a proper‑name route or landmark).
2.
EnglandUKarchaicliterary
- Figuratively, to return in sorrow, shame, or defeat; to come back bearing emotional or reputational loss.

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