noun🔗ShareAn execution by being nailed or tied to an upright cross and left to hang there until dead."Historians study the records of past crucifixions to understand the brutality of ancient Roman punishments. "religionhistoryritualsufferinginhumantheologyChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
noun🔗ShareThe military punishment of being tied to a fixed object, often with the limbs in a stretched position."Historical accounts detail the Roman army's use of crucifixions as a brutal form of punishment for rebellious slaves and criminals. "militaryreligionhistorywarsufferingChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
noun🔗ShareAn ordeal, terrible, especially malicious treatment imposed upon someone."The constant criticism and bullying at school were crucifixions for the shy new student. "sufferingeventinhumancursereligionChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
