crucify

Pronunciation: /ˈkɹuːsɪfaɪ/

Reading level: hard

Estimated CEFR level: C2 — Proficiency

Estimated from word frequency; not an official CEFR classification.

Definition

  1. verb kill by nailing onto a cross
  2. verb treat cruelly
  3. verb hold within limits and control

Etymology

From Middle English crucifien, from Old French crucefier, from Late Latin crucificō, from Latin crucifigō.

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