calvary.

1. The place near Jerusalem traditionally identified as the site of Jesus' crucifixion.

2. A representation of the Crucifixion, especially a sculptural group or roadside monument.

3. An experience of prolonged suffering or severe trial.

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Words that belong together

• the hill of Calvary
• a depiction of Calvary

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The painting depicted Calvary beyond the gathered figures.

He identified the inscription as a reference to Calvary rather than a village name.

Usage notes

Primary category: gothic. Forms: Singular calvary; plural calvaries in common-noun uses; Calvary as a place name is not ordinarily plural. Legacy lexical fields mirror sense 1 only. Use numbered sense fields for all meanings.