CRUCIFY

/ˈkɹuːsɪfaɪ/
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Definition

/ˈkɹuːsɪfaɪ/
verb
  1. To execute (a person) by nailing to a cross.
  2. To punish or otherwise express extreme anger at, especially as a scapegoat or target of outrage.
    “After his public gaffe, he was crucified in the media.”
  3. To thoroughly beat at a sport or game.
    “West Ham beat Manchester City five nil - they crucified them!”

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