crucifixion

Noun
Synonyms: Crucifixionexcruciation

WordNet 3.0

Noun (3)

  1. 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
  2. the death of Jesus by crucifixionSynonyms: Crucifixion
  3. the infliction of extremely painful punishment or sufferingSynonyms: excruciation
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Webster's Dictionary (GCIDE)

Crucifixion \Cru`ci*fix"ion\ (kr?`s?-f?k"sh?n), n.

1.The act of nailing or fastening a person to a cross, for the purpose of putting him to death; the use of the cross as a method of capital punishment. [1913 Webster]

2.The state of one who is nailed or fastened to a cross; death upon a cross. [1913 Webster]

3.Intense suffering or affliction; painful trial. [1913 Webster]

Do ye prove What crucifixions are in love?— Herrick.[1913 Webster]
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