Thesaurus: crucifix
A representation in art of the figure of Christ upon the cross; esp., the sculptured figure affixed to a real cross of wood, ivory, metal, or the like, used by the Roman Catholics in their devotions.
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Definitions
- n. A representation in art of the figure of Christ upon the cross; esp., the sculptured figure affixed to a real cross of wood, ivory, metal, or the like, used by the Roman Catholics in their devotions.
- n. The cross or religion of Christ.
- n. representation of the cross on which Jesus died
- n. a gymnastic exercise performed on the rings when the gymnast supports themself with both arms extended horizontally
- n:100 n. representation of the cross on which Jesus died n. a gymnastic exercise performed on the rings when the gymnast supports himself with both arms extended horizontally