Definition of calvary
- n. - The place where Christ was crucified, on a small hill
outside of Jerusalem.
- n. - A representation of the crucifixion, consisting of three
crosses with the figures of Christ and the thieves, often as large as
life, and sometimes surrounded by figures of other personages who were
present at the crucifixion.
- n. - A cross, set upon three steps; -- more properly called
cross calvary.
- n. - The place where Christ was crucified, on a small hill
outside of Jerusalem.
- n. - A representation of the crucifixion, consisting of three
crosses with the figures of Christ and the thieves, often as large as
life, and sometimes surrounded by figures of other personages who were
present at the crucifixion.
- n. - A cross, set upon three steps; -- more properly called
cross calvary.