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crucifix

cru·ci·fix

UK/ˈkɹuː.sɪˌfɪks/ US/ˈkrusʌˌfɪks/ uncommon

noun

1.

a hand shovel for shoveling coal

Synonyms
2.

a gymnastic exercise performed on the rings when the gymnast supports himself with both arms extended horizontally

Origin

From Middle English crucifix, from Old French crocefis (French crucifix), from Latin crucifixus.

Phrases

  • crucifix position
  • crucifix toad
  • lily crucifix

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