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crucifixion

/kˌɹusɪˈfɪkʃən/ · 11 letters · 8 distinct letters

  1. noun

    the act of executing by a method widespread in the ancient world; the victim's hands and feet are bound or nailed to a cross

  2. noun

    the death of Jesus by crucifixion

  3. noun

    the infliction of extremely painful punishment or suffering

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