σταυρός

Greek (Cypriot)

/stavˈros/

noun
Definitions
  • cross geometrical figure
  • (Christianity) cross, crucifix cross on which one is crucified, usually refers to the one upon which Jesus Christ died
  • (figuratively) cross difficult situation that must be endured
  • (Christianity) cross, crucifix representation of the crucifixion stake of Christ worn or displayed by Christians
  • (Christianity) sign of the cross gesture of the hand moving over the front of one's body in the shape of a cross
  • (puppetry) control bar wooden device used to control marionette
  • (anatomy) glabella space between the eyebrows and the nose
  • (gymnastics) Iron Cross maneuver in which both arms are extended straight out from the sides of the body while suspended mid air and holding onto rings

Etymology

Inherited from Ancient Greek σταυρός (cross, stake, crucifix, upright stake pile, a stake).

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Ancient Greek

σταυρός

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cross, stake, crucifix, upright stake pile, a stake

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