crucifix

CEFRB2

/ˈkɹuː.sɪˌfɪks/

noun

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In plain English

  1. 01

    noun

    A cross showing the figure of Jesus Christ.

  2. 02

    noun

    Extra detail

    An ornamental or symbolic sculptural representation of Christ on a cross, often worn as a pendant or displayed in a Christian church.

Examples

  • A rapper without bling is like a pope without a crucifix.

  • I want a priest, and a crucifix, so that I may kiss it!

At a glance

Sits at B2 on the CEFR scale

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4
Parts of speech
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Synonyms
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Deep Dive

noun

Extra meanings

  1. The iron cross, a position on the rings where the gymnast holds the rings straight out on either side of the body.

  2. A wooden structure used for crucifixions, as by the Romans.

More examples

In context

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

  • Also the candles flickering in the blood-red sconces are black and the body on the crucifix is that of a full-breasted woman.

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Origin

noun

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