Obs. L. crucifīge, crucify (him)! the cry of the Jews to Pilate; formerly sometimes used subst., and transferred to: Popular clamor for the death of a victim.
1393. Langl., P. Pl., C. XXI. 38. And alle þe court cryede crucifige lowde.
1593. Peele, Edw. I., 139. If this crucifige do not suffice Send me to heaven in a hempen sacrifice.
a. 1635. Naunton, Fragm. Reg. (Arb.), 27. His Father dying in ignominie, and at the Gallows, his Estate confiscate … by the clamour, and crucifige of the people.
1652. Sparke, Prim. Devot. (1663), 215. Their palms are turned into thorns, and their hosannahs into crucifiges.
