also: たくけい
noun
Refers to the historical execution method of crucifixion. Often used in historical or religious contexts.
磔刑は古代ローマで行われていた処刑法の一つだ。
Crucifixion was one of the execution methods practiced in ancient Rome.
Compound of 磔 (たく, 'to split open; to crucify') and 刑 (けい, 'punishment'). The reading たっけい is a common assimilation of たくけい.