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Crucify

/ˈkɹuːsɪfaɪ/

To execute (a person) by nailing to a cross.

📖 Definitions of "Crucify"

verb
  1. 1

    To execute (a person) by nailing to a cross.

  2. 2

    To punish or otherwise express extreme anger at, especially as a scapegoat or target of outrage.

    "After his public gaffe, he was crucified in the media."

  3. 3

    To thoroughly beat at a sport or game.

    "West Ham beat Manchester City five nil - they crucified them!"

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