Crucifixion

Definitions

1. An execution by being nailed or tied to an upright cross and left to hang there until dead.
   countable, uncountable
2. The death of Jesus on a cross; the crucifixion of Jesus.
3. The death of Jesus Christ on the Cross.
   capitalized, countable, often, uncountable
4. The military punishment of being tied to a fixed object, often with the limbs in a stretched position.
   colloquial, countable, historical, uncountable
5. An ordeal, terrible, especially malicious treatment imposed upon someone.
   countable, figuratively, uncountable

Equivalents

Examples

“Rome used crucifixions as a deterrent, and standard for the 'vilest' crimes, such as slave rebellion.”

“Centurion: Stabbed? Takes a second. Crucifixion lasts hours! It's a slow, horrible death! / Matthias: Well, at least it gets you out in the open⟳ air.”

“The suspects' hostile interrogation amounted to a public crucifixion.”

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