cruciform
/kroo-suh-fawrm/US // ˈkru səˌfɔrm //UK // (ˈkruːsɪˌfɔːm) //
十字形,十字型,十字架形,十字形的
Definitions
adj.形容词 adjective
- 1
- : being in the shape of a cross; cross-shaped.
n.名词 noun
- 1
- : a cross.
Examples
There are traces of an encircling wall, and projecting upwards from the centre is an extraordinary cruciform platform.
Its cruciform construction of red brick is unusual with its numerous high, white shuttered windows.
In later art the hand is sometimes surrounded by a cruciform nimbus, to indicate more clearly its divine character.
Coity church, dating from the 14th century, is a fine cruciform building with central embattled tower in Early Decorated style.
The church of St Mary is a handsome cruciform Perpendicular building.
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