σταυρώνω — meaning in English

English meaning

• cross noun A shape formed by two intersecting lines, or an upright post with a crossbar, especially as a religious symbol.
• crucify verb To execute someone by nailing or binding them to a cross.

Senses

σταυρώνω is used for these senses in English:

• cross To mark with an X.
• crucify To execute (a person) by nailing to a cross.

cross — full definition

1. noun A shape formed by two intersecting lines, or an upright post with a crossbar, especially as a religious symbol.
2. verb To go from one side of something to the other.
3. adj Annoyed or bad-tempered.

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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