Definition for Crucifixal

crucifixal, adj. [ED's Latinate neologism; see crucifix, n.] (webplay: feet, put).

  1. Pertaining to Christian music; related to the suffering of Christ; [fig.] solemn; sober; grave; funereal; gloomy.
  2. Phrase. “Crucifixal sign”: sign of the cross (see sign, n.)

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