crucifix
Translation
crucifix
Examples
She wore a small crucifix on a chain.
She wore a small crucifix on a chain.
Grammar Patterns
a crucifix an image of Jesus on the cross She wore a small crucifix on a chain.
Similar Words
Synonyms: cross with corpus; Antonyms: cross (without the figure of Christ)
Etymology
From Latin 'cruci fixus', meaning 'fixed to a cross'. It combines 'cruci' (cross) and 'fixus' (fixed).
Memory Tips
Remember 'cruci' (cross) + 'fix'. A crucifix depicts Jesus 'fixed' to the cross.