krusts

Latvian

noun
Definitions
  • (historical) cross wooden post with attached beam used to execute criminals by crucifixion
  • (figuratively) suffering, hardship; nuisance by implicit comparison with the crucifixion
  • (Christianity) cross main symbol of the Christian religion, in the shape of the instrument used to execute Jesus
  • cross (non-religious) decoration in the shape of a cross
  • cross symbol, ornament or decorative element, consisting of at least two lines that cross
  • cross objects, elements that cross each other
  • (card games) clubs one of the four suits of playing cards, marked with the symbol ♣

Etymology

Borrowed from Old East Slavic крьстъ (cross).

Origin

Old East Slavic

крьстъ

Gloss

cross

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