Rood

A rood or rood cross, sometimes known as a triumphal cross, is a cross or crucifix, especially the large crucifix set above the entrance to the chancel of a medieval church. Alternatively, it is a large sculpture or painting of the crucifixion of Jesus.

For the obsolete units of area and length, see Rood (unit). For the surname and other uses, see Rood (disambiguation).
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