crux com·mis·sa
| \ -kəˈmisə, -ˈkäˌm- \
plural cruces commissae\
-ˌsē , -ˌsī
\
Definition of crux commissa
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: a cross of crucifixion in which the upright shaft does not extend higher than the transverse beam — compare crux decussata, crux immissa
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