Found 3 items, similar to Crucifixion.
English → Indonesian (quick) Definition: crucifixion penyaliban
English → English (WordNet) Definition: crucifixion crucifixion n 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 on the cross 3: the infliction of extremely painful punishment or suffering [syn: excruciation]
English → English (gcide) Definition: Crucifixion 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]