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PRONUNCIATION OF LATIN CROSS

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GRAMMATICAL CATEGORY OF LATIN CROSS

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Latin cross is a noun.
A noun is a type of word the meaning of which determines reality. Nouns provide the names for all things: people, objects, sensations, feelings, etc.

WHAT DOES LATIN CROSS MEAN IN ENGLISH?

Latin cross

Crux immissa

Crux immissa or Latin cross is a type of the cross in which the vertical beam sticks above the crossbeam, as the main representation of the cross by which Jesus Christ was crucified. It is the primary symbol within the coat-of-arms of the Maltese family name Mizzi. Other types of crosses: ▪ crux simplex = like letter I ▪ crux decussata = like letter X ▪ crux commissa = like letter T...

Definition of Latin cross in the English dictionary

The definition of Latin cross in the dictionary is a cross the lowest arm of which is longer than the other three.

WORDS THAT BEGIN LIKE LATIN CROSS

Latin
Latin alphabet
Latin America
Latin American
Latin Church
latin lover
Latin Quarter
Latin school
Latin square
Latin-1
Latina
Latinate
Latinisation
Latinise
Latiniser
Latinism
Latinist
Latinity
Latinization
Latinize

WORDS THAT END LIKE LATIN CROSS

across
autocross
backcross
Celtic cross
come across
crisscross
cross
cut across
cyclo-cross
double cross
double-cross
get across
gross
market cross
motocross
on the cross
put across
rallycross
run across
sign of the cross
single-cross

Synonyms and antonyms of Latin cross in the English dictionary of synonyms

SYNONYMS

Translation of «Latin cross» into 25 languages

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TRANSLATION OF LATIN CROSS

Find out the translation of Latin cross to 25 languages with our English multilingual translator.
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Translator English - Chinese

拉丁十字形
1,325 millions of speakers

Translator English - Spanish

cruz Latina
570 millions of speakers

English

Latin cross
510 millions of speakers

Translator English - Hindi

लैटिन पार
380 millions of speakers
ar

Translator English - Arabic

الصليب اللاتينية
280 millions of speakers

Translator English - Russian

Латинский крест
278 millions of speakers

Translator English - Portuguese

cruz latina
270 millions of speakers

Translator English - Bengali

ল্যাটিন ক্রস
260 millions of speakers

Translator English - French

croix latine
220 millions of speakers

Translator English - Malay

Salib Latin
190 millions of speakers

Translator English - German

lateinisches Kreuz
180 millions of speakers

Translator English - Japanese

ラテン十字架
130 millions of speakers

Translator English - Korean

라틴어 크로스
85 millions of speakers

Translator English - Javanese

Latin salib
85 millions of speakers
vi

Translator English - Vietnamese

chéo Latin
80 millions of speakers

Translator English - Tamil

லத்தீன் குறுக்கு
75 millions of speakers

Translator English - Marathi

लॅटिन क्रॉस
75 millions of speakers

Translator English - Turkish

Latin haçı
70 millions of speakers

Translator English - Italian

croce latina
65 millions of speakers

Translator English - Polish

krzyż łaciński
50 millions of speakers

Translator English - Ukrainian

латинський хрест
40 millions of speakers

Translator English - Romanian

cruce latină
30 millions of speakers
el

Translator English - Greek

Λατινική σταυρό
15 millions of speakers
af

Translator English - Afrikaans

Latynse kruis
14 millions of speakers
sv

Translator English - Swedish

latinska korset
10 millions of speakers
no

Translator English - Norwegian

latinsk kors
5 millions of speakers

Trends of use of Latin cross

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TENDENCIES OF USE OF THE TERM «LATIN CROSS»

The term «Latin cross» is regularly used and occupies the 57.026 position in our list of most widely used terms in the English dictionary.
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FREQUENCY OF USE OF THE TERM «LATIN CROSS» OVER TIME

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Examples of use in the English literature, quotes and news about Latin cross

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10 ENGLISH BOOKS RELATING TO «LATIN CROSS»

Discover the use of Latin cross in the following bibliographical selection. Books relating to Latin cross and brief extracts from same to provide context of its use in English literature.
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Jesus Christ the Counterfeit Christian Messiah - ...
The symbol of the Latin cross of the Christian Church, I learned, was another lie. To me it was like Coca Cola using the Rolls Royce logo to advertise its soft drinks . For instance, the upright portion of their crosses, called stipes did not have the ...
Lionel Attwell, 2007
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A Dictionary of Architecture and Landscape Architecture
Z13 crossette symbol associated with good fortune and the sun, called swastika, related to the *Greek-key, *fret, or *labyrinth, and to the potent cross; glory: Latin cross with radiating lines like a *sunburst projecting from the centre of the cross ...
‎2006
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Sign of the Cross, the
on 2 July 1933.157 The 1935 grand opening of the Weihnachtskirche in Berlin- Haselhorst features a large Latin cross at front and center, and flanked by Nazi hooked cross banners.158 A photograph of the altar of a Cologne German Christian ...
Daniel Rancour-Laferriere, 2011
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Rumba Dance Encyclopedi: And Related Dances
Latin-Cross Position or Latin-Lock Position: Two Unleadable, Basic Coupledance Stances, Left or Right, Mirror-Image Opposite. Whether Moving Forward or Rearward, "Latin-Crosses" are "Locks" that Float or are Positioned more Down ...
‎2009
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The Tattoo Encyclopedia
The only difference between this cross and the Latin cross is the small, three- tiered pedestal on which the cross stands. The three steps, growing smaller in size at the top, have also been said to symbolize faith, hope, and love. It is a symbol of ...
Terisa Green, 2012
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Crosses of Many Cultures
Because the Latin cross is the most basic cross style, it is perfect for easy appliqué. European peasants often heavily embroidered this type of cross. If you use a flowered fabric for the cross, you can duplicate embroidery work. Use any fabric ...
Joyce Mori
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CRC Concise Encyclopedia of Mathematics, Second Edition
1) are included for clarity. The values of L(k, n) are given as a "wrap-around" series by Sloane's A001009. Latin Cross An irregular DODECAHEDRON CROSS in the shape of a dagger t. The six faces of a CUBE can be cut along seven EDGES ...
Eric W. Weisstein, 2002
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The Secret Behind the Cross and Crucifix
It is sometimes called “crux Immisa” or the Latin cross.15This is a cross with a longer descending arm and the most commonly form which some churches in the Roman era claimed to represent the redeeming martyrdom of Jesus.When shown  ...
Nwaocha Mind Ogechukwu, 2010
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Historical Dictionary of Baroque Art and Architecture
3J4 ' LATIN CROSS PLAN glancing directly at the viewer. His facial expression clearly denotes his guilt. Valentin de Boulogne's version of 1625—1626 (Rome, Galleria Nazionale d'Arte Antica) shows Judas turned away from the viewer but ...
Lilian H. Zirpolo, 2010
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Gothic Arches, Latin Crosses: Anti-Catholicism and American ...
the Latin cross has become the universal emblem of American Christianity, defining the self-image of almost every variety of Protestant. The largest denominations—including the SouthernBaptist Convention, the United Methodist Church, the ...
Ryan K. Smith, 2006

10 NEWS ITEMS WHICH INCLUDE THE TERM «LATIN CROSS»

Find out what the national and international press are talking about and how the term Latin cross is used in the context of the following news items.
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Christian symbols in La Crescent raise concern - La Crosse Tribune
Rebecca Markert, the attorney for the group, wrote that “the religious significance of the Latin cross is unambiguous and indisputable. The Latin ... «The Westby Times, Jul 15»
2
Oklahoma's Ten Commandments case is part of an age-old battle in …
In 1972, the court ruled that a 50-foot-tall Latin cross installed on government property in Oklahoma City was constitutional because its ... «Salina.com, Jul 15»
3
Cross in La Crescent raises concern (copy) - Winona Daily News
Rebecca Markert, the attorney for the group, wrote that “the religious significance of the Latin cross is unambiguous and indisputable. The Latin ... «Winona Daily News, Jul 15»
4
It's Debatable: Where should crosses appear?
Justice Anthony Kennedy, writing the majority opinion of the Court, characterized the memorial, “A Latin cross is not merely a reaffirmation of ... «LubbockOnline.com, Jul 15»
5
God First, Then Country
The Christian flag, which officially dates back to the early 20th century, has a white field with a red Latin cross inside a blue canton. The red ... «Christian Post, Jul 15»
6
After Gay Marriage Ruling, North Carolina Pastor Urges US …
So far, only a handful of churches in North Carolina have hoisted the Christian flag, which features a red Latin cross inside of a blue square, ... «International Business Times, Jul 15»
7
UPDATE: Gregg county employee removes display of crosses
“The religious significance of the Latin cross is unambiguous and indisputable,” foundation staff attorney Rebecca Markert said in a letter to ... «KYTX, Jul 15»
8
Pastors Encourage Churches To Raise Christian Flag Above …
The Christian flag, created in Brooklyn, N.Y. in 1897, has a white field with a red Latin cross inside the blue upper left quarter. By Taylor Tyler ... «Headlines & Global News, Jul 15»
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July Festival 2015: Bagpipes for Frankie's 30 years in Newmarket
Frankie considers his Latin cross as his lucky charm. Frankie loves to cook and his chef speciality is sea bass, but his favourite meals are those ... «Eclipse Magazine, Jul 15»
10
Oklahoma Supreme Court says Ten Commandments monument …
... decision conflicts with a 1972 state Supreme Court decision that it was permissible to construct a 50-foot-tall lighted Latin cross on Oklahoma ... «NewsOK.com, Jun 15»

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« EDUCALINGO. Latin cross [online]. Available <https://educalingo.com/en/dic-en/latin-cross>. May 2024 ».
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