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salib.

cross:

5 characters2 syllables approx.Bahasa Indonesia language

Meaning & usage

noun/ˈsalib/Standard-Indonesian[ˈsa.lɪp̚]Standard-Indonesian
  1. cross: a geometrical figure consisting of two straight lines or bars intersecting each other such that at least one of them is bisected by the other

  2. cross: a wooden post with a perpendicular beam attached and used (especially in the Roman Empire) to execute criminals (by crucifixion)

  3. cross: the cross on which Christ was crucified

  4. cross: a hand gesture made in imitation of the shape of the Cross

  5. cross: a modified representation of the crucifixion stake, worn as jewellery or displayed as a symbol of religious devotion

  6. crucifix

Where this word comes from

Etymology tree Akkadian 𒁇 (ṣalāpu)bor. Aramaic צְלִיבָא (ṣəlīḇā)bor. Arabic صَلِيب (ṣalīb)bor. Malay salib Indonesian salib From Malay salib, from Arabic صَلِيب (ṣalīb).

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