crucify

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[edit] English

[edit] Pronunciation

  • IPA: /ˈkruːsɪfaɪ/
  • Rhymes: -aɪ

[edit] Verb

Infinitive
to crucify

Third person singular
crucifies

Simple past
crucified

Past participle
crucified

Present participle
crucifying

to crucify (third-person singular simple present crucifies, present participle crucifying, simple past and past participle crucified)

  1. To execute (a person) by nailing to a crucifix.
  2. To punish or otherwise express extreme anger at.
    Don't get into trouble with the boss - he'll crucify you.
  3. (informal) To thoroughly beat at a sport or game.
    West Ham beat Manchester City five nil - they crucified them!

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