plural cruxes also cruces
ˈkrü-ˌsēz
1
: a puzzling or difficult problem : an unsolved question
The origin of the word is a scholarly crux.
2
: an essential point requiring resolution or resolving an outcome
3
: a main or central feature (as of an argument)
… he discarded all but the essential cruxes of his argument.—
Carl Van Doren
Podcast
Theme music by Joshua Stamper ©2006 New Jerusalem Music/ASCAP
Get Word of the Day delivered to your inbox!
Love words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
Share