croix

French

noun
Definitions
  • cross (shape)
  • (heraldiccharge) a representation of a cross; the cross as a heraldic symbol

Etymology

Inherited from Middle French croix inherited from Old French croix inherited from Latin crux, crucem (cross).

Origin

Latin

crux, crucem

Gloss

cross

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