Crucifixion Definition

crucifixion
noun
  1. the act of executing by a method widespread in the ancient world; the victim's hands and feet are bound or nailed to a cross
  2. the death of Jesus by crucifixion
  3. the infliction of extremely painful punishment or suffering

"Crucifixion" in song lyrics

See how crucifixion is used in real songs:

  • "Listen, we goin' through the crucifixion"
    Belief f/ C-Rayz Walz, MURS, Vordul Mega, Wordsworth — Say Yes
  • "Now I know how Jesus felt, when He faced His Crucifixion"
    Capital-X — Fight the Apathy
  • "The lethal injection, modern day crucifixion"
    Capital-X — Revolutionary

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