Calvary
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Calvary is a noun meaning A life-size representation of the crucifixion of Jesus Christ on a piece of raised ground.
Meaning
A life-size representation of the crucifixion of Jesus Christ on a piece of raised ground.
More Meanings
- A series of representations of Christ’s Passion in a church.
- A type of monumental public Christian cross, sometimes encased in an open shrine.
- (by extension, figuratively) A strenuous experience.
- Misspelling of cavalry.
Example Sentences
Calvaries are typical of Galicia (Spain) and Portugal.
Word Forms
- calvaries
Synonyms for calvary
Depending on context, synonyms include martyrdom.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include martyrdom, suffering, ordeal, olivet, gehenna.
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