cruzcruz [kr′us]sf cross:
1 ancient instrument of torture.
2 Christian symbol of redemption.
cruzes interj indicating horror or shock: good heavens!
Expressõesem cruz crosswise.
entre a cruz e a caldeirinha in a dilemma, in a critical situation, between the devil and the deep blue sea.
fazer o sinal da cruz to cross oneself, sign oneself with the cross, make the sign of the cross.