'crucifixion' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'crucifixio,' where 'crux' meant 'cross' and 'figere' meant 'to fix or fasten.'

'crucifixio' transformed into the Old French word 'crucifixion,' and eventually became the modern English word 'crucifixion' through Middle English.

Initially, it meant 'to fix to a cross,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'execution by nailing to a cross.'