Saint Dominic
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Definition
- Proper noun:
- Founder of the Dominican Order: Saint Dominic refers to the historical figure Dominic of Osma, a Spanish Catholic priest and preacher who founded the Order of Preachers, commonly known as the Dominican Order, in the early 13th century.
- Canonized saint: He is recognized as a saint in the Roman Catholic Church.
Usage Examples
- Proper noun:
- The university chapel is dedicated to Saint Dominic.
- Saint Dominic emphasized the importance of preaching and theological study.
Advanced Usage
- "In the spirit of Saint Dominic": Acting with a commitment to preaching, study, and poverty, principles associated with the Dominican Order.
- The friar's life of prayer and teaching was truly in the spirit of Saint Dominic.
Variants and Related Words
- Dominican (noun): A member of the religious order founded by Saint Dominic.
- The Dominican friars run the local parish.
- Dominican (adjective): Relating to Saint Dominic or the Dominican Order.
- She studies Dominican theology.
Synonyms
- Dominic of Osma: The full historical name.
- Saint Dominic de Guzmán: Another common form of his name.
Related Phrases
- The Order of Preachers: The formal name of the religious order founded by Saint Dominic.
Noun
- (Roman Catholic Church) Spanish priest who founded an order whose members became known as Dominicans or Black Friars (circa 1170-1221)