crucify

Meaning

Verb

To execute (a person) by nailing to a cross.
To punish or otherwise express extreme anger at, especially as a scapegoat or target of outrage.
To thoroughly beat at a sport or game.

Origin

From Middle English crucifien, from Old French crucefier, from Late Latin crucificāre, from Latin crucifigo.

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