Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

crucifixion

noun

/ˌkruːsɪˈfɪkʃən/

Definition

The act of executing someone by nailing or tying them to a cross.

Examples

Many historical accounts describe the crucifixion as a particularly brutal form of punishment.
The crucifixion of Jesus is central to Christian beliefs about salvation.
Some ancient cultures also practiced crucifixion as a common means of execution.

Meaning

Crucifixion specifically refers to the method of execution where an individual is affixed to a cross, traditionally associated with the death of Jesus Christ in Christian theology.