transcription, транскрипция: [ ˈrüd ]
noun
Etymology: Middle English, from Old English rōd rod, rood; akin to Old High German ruota rod and perhaps to Old Russian ratište lance
Date: before 12th century
1. : a cross or crucifix symbolizing the cross on which Jesus Christ died ; specifically : a large crucifix on a beam or screen at the entrance to the chancel of a church
2.
a. : any of various units of land area ; especially : a British unit equal to 1/4 acre
b. : any of various units of length ; especially : a British unit equal to seven or eight yards or sometimes a rod