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cruciform

Pronunciation: /ˈkruːsɪfɔːm/
Definition of cruciform

adjective

  • having the shape of a cross:a cruciform sword
  • (of a church) having a cross-shaped plan with a nave and transepts.

noun

  • a thing shaped like a cross.

Origin:

mid 17th century: from Latin crux, cruc- 'cross' + -iform

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