十字架|じゅうじかjuujika[0]heiban (flat)
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Definitions
- nouncross (for crucifixion); the Cross (of Christ)
Synonyms & antonyms
- Related十文字じゅうもんじNeutralRefers only to the cross shape, as in 「十文字に切る」; it never denotes the implement or the religious symbol.
- Related磔柱はりつけばしらWrittenWritten/formal term for the post used in a crucifixion; unlike 「十字架」, it is only the implement and never the Christian symbol.
- Relatedはりつけ台NeutralA plain, colloquial name for the rack people were tied to in a crucifixion; unlike 「十字架」, it carries no religious symbolism.
Use 「十字架」 for the Christian symbol or the crucifixion implement, and figuratively for a heavy burden; for the shape alone say 「十文字」 or 「十字」. 「磔柱」 and 「はりつけ台」 cover only the implement.
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