First Known Use: 1738
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calvary
noun cal·va·ry \ˈkal-v(ə-)rē\
plural cal·va·ries
Definition of CALVARY
1
: an open-air representation of the crucifixion of Jesus
2
: an experience of usually intense mental suffering
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Origin of CALVARY
Calvary, the hill near Jerusalem where Jesus was crucified
Other Christian Religious Terms
Calvary
geographical name Cal·va·ry \ˈkal-v(ə-)rē\
Definition of CALVARY
place outside ancient Jerusalem where Jesus was crucified
Variants of CALVARY
Cal·va·ry or Hebrew Gol·go·tha \ˈgäl-gə-thə, gäl-ˈgä-thə\
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