Definition of CRUCIFIX

crucifix

Plural: crucifixes

Noun

  • A cross with an image of Jesus Christ's body on it.
  • representation of the cross on which Jesus died
  • a gymnastic exercise performed on the rings when the gymnast supports himself with both arms extended horizontally
  • A wooden structure used for crucifixions, as by the Romans.
  • An ornamental or symbolic sculptural representation of Christ on a cross, often worn as a pendant or displayed in a Christian church.
  • The iron cross, a position on the rings where the gymnast holds the rings straight out on either side of the body.

Examples

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  • Plain crosses are preferred by Protestants, but crucifixes by Catholics.

Origin / Etymology

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

Synonyms

rood, rood-tree, cross

Scrabble Score: 22

crucifix: valid Scrabble (US) TWL Word
crucifix: valid Scrabble Word in Merriam-Webster MW Dictionary
crucifix: valid Scrabble Word in International Collins CSW Dictionary

Words With Friends Score: 25

crucifix: valid Words With Friends Word