cru·ci·fix /ˈkrusəˌfɪks/
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 Cru·ci·fix n.; pl. Crucifixes
 1. A representation in art of the figure of Christ upon the cross; esp., the sculptured figure affixed to a real cross of wood, ivory, metal, or the like, used by the Roman Catholics in their devotions.
    The cross, too, by degrees, become the crucifix.   --Milman.
 And kissing oft her crucifix,
 Unto the block she drew.   --Warner.
 2. The cross or religion of Christ. [R.]

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 crucifix
      n 1: representation of the cross on which Jesus died [syn: rood,
            rood-tree]
      2: a gymnastic exercise performed on the rings when the gymnast
         supports himself with both arms extended horizontally