saint patrick
Definition
- Proper noun:
- Apostle and patron saint of Ireland: Saint Patrick is recognized as the primary patron saint of Ireland, credited with bringing Christianity to the Irish people in the 5th century.
- Historical missionary: He refers specifically to the 5th-century Romano-British Christian missionary and bishop in Ireland.
Usage Examples
- Proper noun:
- Many cities hold parades to celebrate Saint Patrick's Day.
- The legend says Saint Patrick used a shamrock to explain the Holy Trinity.
Advanced Usage
- "the Feast of Saint Patrick": another name for Saint Patrick's Day, the cultural and religious holiday held on March 17th.
- The Feast of Saint Patrick is a public holiday in Ireland.
Variants and Related Words
St. Patrick: A common abbreviated form of Saint Patrick.
- The cathedral is dedicated to St. Patrick.
Patrick, Saint Patrick, St. Patrick: All refer to the same historical and religious figure.
Synonyms
- Apostle of Ireland: A formal title emphasizing his role in establishing Christianity in Ireland.
Related Phrases
- Saint Patrick's Day: The annual feast day and celebration held in his honor on March 17.
- She wore green for Saint Patrick's Day.
Related Idioms
- "the luck of Saint Patrick": An expression sometimes used to denote good fortune, especially around his feast day, though it is less common than "the luck of the Irish."
- With that escape, he must have had the luck of Saint Patrick.
Noun
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Apostle and patron saint of Ireland; an English missionary to Ireland in the 5th century
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