Pronunciation : Crux (krks), n.; pl. E. Cruxes (-
Part of Speech : L.
Etymology : [L., cross, torture, trouble.]
Definition : Defn: Anything that is very puzzling or difficult to explain. Dr. Sheridan. The perpetual crux of New Testament chronologists. Strauss.
Cruces (kr.
Source : Webster's Unabridged Dictionary, 1913
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