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crucifixion

noun cru·ci·fix·ion \ˌkrü-sə-ˈfik-shən\

: an act of killing someone by nailing or tying his or her hands and feet to a cross : an act of crucifying someone

the Crucifixion : the killing of Jesus Christ on a cross

Full Definition of CRUCIFIXION

a capitalized : the crucifying of Christ

b : the act of crucifying

: extreme and painful punishment, affliction, or suffering

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CRUCIFIXION Defined for Kids

noun cru·ci·fix·ion \ˌkrü-sə-ˈfik-shən\

: the act of killing someone by nailing his or her feet and hands to a cross

cap : the crucifying of Jesus Christ on a cross

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