cross-creased

Updated: June 15, 2025

"And 'tis the mill rule; it lacks twal' meenutes o' the hour and the clock yon on the wall is richt!" Thus referring all responsibility to the clock, the paymaster dipped his pen and went on with his figures. The Governor cross-creased the natural deep furrows in his face with ridges which registered indignant amazement. "You have lost your wits, but you seem to have your eyes! Use them!"

Holman Day - All-Wool Morrison