Celtic cross

noun

1. a cross shaped like a Latin cross and having a ring that intersects each segment of the shaft and crossbar at a point equidistant from their junction.

Celtic cross

noun

1. a Latin cross with a broad ring surrounding the point of intersection

Word History and Origins

Origin of Celtic cross¹

First recorded in 1870–75

Example Sentences

On the photograph they took of their work, they added a Celtic cross and the words “white power.”

From New York Times

One is the Celtic cross – a traditional Christian symbol used for religious purposes and to symbolize Irish pride – which is used by a number of white supremacist and neo-Nazi groups.

From Seattle Times

Celtic cross flags that meshed perfectly with the Tolkien aesthetic waved.

From New York Times

On the back of his hands, he also had tattoos that appeared to be a Celtic cross and, from Norse mythology, a Thor’s hammer symbol.

From New York Times

His monument, a Celtic cross, is appropriately carved with the images of birds.

From Washington Post