crucifixion (n)

n01165337

type n
lex_filenum 04
def the act of executing by a method widespread in the ancient world
def the victim's hands and feet are bound or nailed to a cross
Outgoing links
Hypernym execution, executing, capital punishment, death penalty
Derivationally related form crucifixion → crucify
Incoming links
Hyponym execution, executing, capital punishment, death penalty
Derivationally related form crucify → crucifixion

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