rood-tree

Definitions of rood-tree
  1. noun
    representation of the cross on which Jesus died
    synonyms: crucifix, rood
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    type of:
    Cross
    a representation of the structure on which Jesus was crucified; used as an emblem of Christianity or in heraldry
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