crucifixion
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- IPA /ˌkrusəˈfɪkʃn̩/
Noun
crucifixion noun
- An execution by being nailed or tied to an upright cross and left to hang there until dead.“Rome used crucifixions as a deterrent, and standard for the 'vilest' crimes, such as slave rebellion.”
- The military punishment of being tied to a fixed object, often with the limbs in a stretched position.
- An ordeal, terrible, especially malicious treatment imposed upon someone.“The suspects' hostile interrogation amounted to a public crucifixion.”
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excruciationsteelyesnailingimpalementgibbettinghangingexecutioncrucifyingtorturesufferingimmolationagonymartyrdomsacrificepassion
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