Crucifixion
Origin
From Latin noun of process crucifixio, from perfect passive participle crucifixus, fixed to a cross, from prefix cruci- ("cross"), + verb ficere ("fix, do"), variant form of
facere ("do, make").
Full definition of crucifixion
Noun
crucifixion
(plural crucifixions)- An execution by being nailed or tied to an upright cross and left to hang there until dead.''Rome used crucifixions as a deterrent, and standard for the 'vilest' crimes, such as slave rebellion.
- (absolute use, often capitalized: The Crucifixion) The death on the Cross of Christ.
- (figuratively) An ordeal, terrible, especially malicious treatment imposed upon someone.''The suspects' hostile interrogation amounted to a public crucifixion.