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Etymology edit

de- +‎ crucify

Verb edit

decrucify (third-person singular simple present decrucifies, present participle decrucifying, simple past and past participle decrucified)

  1. (rare, transitive) To remove from the cross of crucifixion.
    • 1968, Barbarella (film), at 58 minutes 30 seconds
      Decrucify the angel! Decrucify him or I'll melt your face!

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