St. Christopher
Definition
- Proper noun:
- Saint Christopher: The name of a Christian saint, traditionally venerated as the patron saint of travelers. According to legend, he carried the Christ child across a river, not knowing the child's identity.
- Saint Christopher: The largest island in the Caribbean country of Saint Kitts and Nevis. It is often referred to simply as Saint Kitts.
Examples of Usage
Proper noun (Saint):
- Many travelers carry a medal of St. Christopher for protection on journeys.
- The story of St. Christopher carrying the child across the river is a popular legend.
Proper noun (Island):
- The capital, Basseterre, is located on St. Christopher.
- Tourism is a major industry on the island of St. Christopher.
Advanced Usage
- "St. Christopher medal": A small religious pendant depicting the saint, often worn or carried by travelers.
- She keeps a St. Christopher medal in her car's glove compartment.
Variants and Related Words
- Saint Kitts: The common, shortened name for the island of Saint Christopher.
- The official name is Saint Christopher, but it is widely known as Saint Kitts.
- St. Kitts and Nevis: The full name of the two-island sovereign nation.
- Christopher: The name from which "St. Christopher" is derived.
Synonyms
- (For the saint): Christ-bearer (a translation of the name Christopher from Greek).
- (For the island): Saint Kitts.
Related Phrases
- Patron saint of travelers: This is the primary title and role associated with St. Christopher.
- As the patron saint of travelers, he is invoked for safe journeys.
Noun
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the largest of the islands comprising Saint Christopher-Nevis
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Christian martyr and patron saint of travellers (3rd century)
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