Crucifix
/ˈkɹuː.sɪˌfɪks/ noun
noun ·Moderate ·High school level
Definitions
Noun
- 1 A wooden structure used for crucifixions, as by the Romans.
- 2 a gymnastic exercise performed on the rings when the gymnast supports themself with both arms extended horizontally wordnet
- 3 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."
- 4 representation of the cross on which Jesus died wordnet
- 5 The iron cross, a position on the rings where the gymnast holds the rings straight out on either side of the body.
Example
More examples"A rapper without bling is like a pope without a crucifix."
Etymology
From Middle English crucifix, from Old French crocefis (French crucifix), from Latin crucifixus.