crucifix

noun
/ˈkɹuː.sɪˌfɪks/

Etymology

From Middle English crucifix, from Old French crocefis (French crucifix), from Latin crucifixus.

  1. derived from crucifixus
  2. derived from crocefis
  3. inherited from crucifix

Definitions

  1. A wooden structure used for crucifixions, as by the Romans.

    • Also the candles flickering in the blood-red sconces are black and the body on the crucifix is that of a full-breasted woman.
  2. An ornamental or symbolic sculptural representation of Christ on a cross, often worn as a…

    An ornamental or symbolic sculptural representation of Christ on a cross, often worn as a pendant or displayed in a Christian church.

    • Plain crosses are preferred by Protestants, but crucifixes by Catholics.
  3. The iron cross, a position on the rings where the gymnast holds the rings straight out on…

    The iron cross, a position on the rings where the gymnast holds the rings straight out on either side of the body.

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sense glosses and etymology drawn from English Wiktionary · source · CC-BY-SA