crucifixion

英 [kruːsɪ'fɪkʃ(ə)n] 美['krʊsə'fɪkʃən]

• n. 刑罚；苦难

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 infliction of extremely painful punishment or suffering