calvary

noun cal·va·ry \ˈkal-v(ə-)rē\

plural cal·va·ries

Definition of CALVARY

: an open-air representation of the crucifixion of Jesus

: an experience of usually intense mental suffering

Calvary, the hill near Jerusalem where Jesus was crucified

First Known Use: 1738

geographical name Cal·va·ry \ˈkal-v(ə-)rē\

place outside ancient Jerusalem where Jesus was crucified

Cal·va·ry or Hebrew Gol·go·tha \ˈgäl-gə-thə, gäl-ˈgä-thə\

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