 crucifixion |
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| 1. | [ noun ] the act of executing by a method widespread in the ancient world; the victim's hands and feet are bound or nailed to a cross | |
| Related terms: | execution crucify | |
| 2. | [ noun ] (Christianity) the death of Jesus on the cross | |
| Related terms: | death | |
| 3. | [ noun ] the infliction of extremely painful punishment or suffering | |
| Synonyms: | excruciation | |
| Related terms: | torture torture | |
| Similar spelling: |
crucifix cruciform crucifix_fish cruciferous crucifer |
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