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Kreuzigen — meaning in English

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English meaning

  • crucifixion noun Execution by being fastened to a cross and left to die.
  • crucify verb To execute someone by nailing or binding them to a cross.

Senses

Kreuzigen is used for these senses in English:

  • crucifixion An execution by being nailed or tied to an upright cross and left to hang there until dead.
  • crucify To execute (a person) by nailing to a cross.

crucifixion — full definition

  1. noun Execution by being fastened to a cross and left to die.
  2. noun A severe or unfair ordeal inflicted on someone.

crucify — full definition

  1. verb To execute someone by nailing or binding them to a cross.
  2. verb To criticise or punish someone harshly, especially as a scapegoat.

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