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1. (n.) Calvary
the place where Jesus was crucified, near Jerusalem. Luke 23:33, Matt. 27:33.
2. Calvary
(often l.c.) a representation of the Crucifixion.
3. Calvary
(l.c.) an experience of extreme suffering.
Etymology: (1670–80)
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| Definition of 'Calvary' |
Princeton's WordNet |
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1. (noun) Calvary, Golgotha
a hill near Jerusalem where Jesus was crucified
2. (noun) calvary, martyrdom
any experience that causes intense suffering
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Webster Dictionary |
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1. (noun) Calvary
the place where Christ was crucified, on a small hill outside of Jerusalem
2. (noun) Calvary
a representation of the crucifixion, consisting of three crosses with the figures of Christ and the thieves, often as large as life, and sometimes surrounded by figures of other personages who were present at the crucifixion
3. (noun) Calvary
a cross, set upon three steps; -- more properly called cross calvary
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The Nuttall Encyclopedia |
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1. Calvary
the place of the crucifixion, identified with a hill on the N. of Jerusalem, looked down upon from the city, with a cliff on which criminals were cast down prior to being stoned; also name given to effigies of the crucifixion in Catholic countries, erected for devotion.
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