crucifixion
- n 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
- n the death of Jesus by crucifixion
- n the infliction of extremely painful punishment or suffering
crud
- n heavy wet snow that is unsuitable for skiing
- n any substance considered disgustingly foul or unpleasant
- n an ill-defined bodily ailment
he said he had the crud and needed a doctor