calvaries

The hill outside Jerusalem which is traditionally held to be the location of the crucifixion of Jesus.

A life-size representation of the crucifixion of Jesus Christ on a piece of raised ground.

A series of representations of Christ’s Passion in a church.

A type of monumental public Christian cross, sometimes encased in an open shrine.

(by extension, figuratively) A strenuous experience.

Misspelling of cavalry. [(military, usually historical, uncountable) The military arm of service that fights while riding horses.]