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cruciform

/kroo-suh-fawrm/US // ˈkru səˌfɔrm //UK // (ˈkruːsɪˌfɔːm) //

十字形,十字型,十字架形,十字形的

Definitions

adj.形容词 adjective
  1. 1
    • : being in the shape of a cross; cross-shaped.
n.名词 noun
  1. 1
    • : a cross.

Examples

  • There are traces of an encircling wall, and projecting upwards from the centre is an extraordinary cruciform platform.

  • Its cruciform construction of red brick is unusual with its numerous high, white shuttered windows.

  • In later art the hand is sometimes surrounded by a cruciform nimbus, to indicate more clearly its divine character.

  • Coity church, dating from the 14th century, is a fine cruciform building with central embattled tower in Early Decorated style.

  • The church of St Mary is a handsome cruciform Perpendicular building.