dominican order
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Definition
- Proper noun:
- A Roman Catholic religious order of mendicant preachers: The Dominican Order is a Catholic religious order founded by Saint Dominic de Guzmán in the early 13th century. Its members, known as Dominicans, are characterized by their commitment to preaching, study, and living a communal life of poverty.
Usage Examples
- Proper noun:
- Thomas Aquinas was a famous theologian of the Dominican Order.
- The Dominican Order played a significant role in medieval education and the establishment of universities.
- She decided to join the Dominican Order to dedicate her life to prayer and preaching.
Advanced Usage
"The Order of Preachers": This is the official name for the Dominican Order, emphasizing its primary mission.
- He entered the Order of Preachers, commonly known as the Dominican Order.
"Dominican friar": A male member of the order.
- The Dominican friar gave a powerful sermon on charity.
Variants and Related Words
Dominican (noun): A member of the Dominican Order.
- The Dominican was known for his scholarly work.
Dominican (adjective): Pertaining to the Dominican Order or its members.
- She studied at a Dominican university.
Synonyms
- Order of Preachers: The official title of the Dominican Order.
- Black Friars: A traditional nickname for Dominicans, derived from the black cappa (cloak) they wear over their white habits.
Related Phrases
- To join the Dominicans: To become a member of the Dominican Order.
- After years of discernment, he decided to join the Dominicans.
Related Idioms
(This term, as a proper noun referring to a specific institution, does not commonly feature in idiomatic expressions. The related idioms typically involve the adjective "Dominican" in broader cultural contexts.)
Noun
- a Roman Catholic order of mendicant preachers founded in the 13th century