decrucify

English

Etymology

From de- +‎ crucify.

Verb

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!

Derived terms

• decrucifier