SINCE 1828
crucifer
noun
cru·ci·fer
| \ ˈkrü-sə-fər
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Definition of crucifer
1
: one who carries a cross especially at the head of an ecclesiastical procession
2
: any of a family (Brassicaceae synonym Cruciferae) of plants including the cabbage, turnip, and mustard
Other Words from crucifer
cruciferous
\ krü-ˈsi-f(ə-)rəs
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adjective
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adjective
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