First Known Use: 13th century
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crucifix
noun cru·ci·fix \ˈkrü-sə-ˌfiks\
: a model of a cross with a figure of Jesus Christ crucified on it
Full Definition of CRUCIFIX
: a representation of Christ on the cross
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Origin of CRUCIFIX
Middle English, from Late Latin crucifixus the crucified Christ, from crucifixus, past participle of crucifigere to crucify, from Latin cruc-, crux + figere to fasten — more at fix
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crucifix
noun cru·ci·fix \ˈkrü-sə-ˌfiks\
Definition of CRUCIFIX for Kids
: a cross with a figure representing Jesus Christ crucified on it
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