Definition of "cut across" []

• Be contrary to ordinary procedure or limitations (verb)
• Travel across or pass over (verb)
• Cut using a diagonal line (verb)

WordNet. Princeton University. 2010.

• "From the bikes themselves to Harley-related merchandise to Harley-Davidson tattoos on the bodies of enthusiasts who cut across all social groups, consumers see Harley as a part of their identity."
• "I turned and waved to Pedro and Screwie Louie as they cut across the dance floor, drinks in hand."
• "All the F-train kids grab their cells and check their messages on the little half-block between Houston and First Street, so I cut across eastward to avoid them."