saint dominic

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saint dominic

Saint Dominic preaches to a group of people in a medieval town square.

Definition
  1. 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.
saint dominic

Saint Dominic preaches to a group of people in a medieval town square.

Noun
  1. (Roman Catholic Church) Spanish priest who founded an order whose members became known as Dominicans or Black Friars (circa 1170-1221)

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