holy cross

plural holy crosses

1. A cross as a Christian symbol of the crucifixion of Christ

1. ChristianityThe historical cross on which Christ died.
2. A church, religious institute, or educational institution dedicated to the cross on which Jesus died.
3. A place in the United States:
   1. A minor city in Yukon-Koyukuk Census Area, Alaska.
   2. A minor city in Dubuque County, Iowa.

      Synonyms: Cross, Holy Rood, True Cross

   3. An unincorporated community in Marion County, Kentucky.
   4. A neighbourhood of New Orleans, Louisiana.
   5. A township in Clay County, Minnesota.
   6. An unincorporated community in the town of Belgium, Ozaukee County, Wisconsin.
4. A place in England:
   1. A suburb of Wallsend, Metropolitan Borough of North Tyneside, Tyne and Wear (OS grid ref NZ3167).
   2. A settlement in Clent parish, Bromsgrove district, Worcestershire (OS grid ref SO9278).
5. A barangay of Manay, Davao Oriental, Philippines.