st. andrew

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Definition
  1. Proper noun:
    • Saint Andrew: A disciple of Jesus Christ in the New Testament, brother of the apostle Peter, and the traditional patron saint of Scotland.
Usage Examples
  • Proper noun:
    • The national flag of Scotland features the saltire, or cross of St. Andrew.
    • According to tradition, St. Andrew was martyred on an X-shaped cross.
Advanced Usage
  • "St. Andrew's Day": The feast day of Saint Andrew, celebrated on November 30th, particularly in Scotland.
    • St. Andrew's Day is a national day of celebration in Scotland.
Variants and Related Words
  • Andrew: The name of the saint without the honorific "Saint."
  • St. Andrew's Cross: The X-shaped cross (saltire) on which Saint Andrew is said to have been crucified and which appears on the flag of Scotland.
Synonyms
  • Apostle Andrew: Another title emphasizing his role as one of the twelve apostles.
  • Patron Saint of Scotland: A descriptive term for his role as Scotland's patron saint.
Related Idioms and Phrases
  • To fly the flag of St. Andrew: To display the Scottish flag (the Saltire).
    • The supporters flew the flag of St. Andrew proudly during the match.
Noun
  1. (New Testament) disciple of Jesus; brother of Peter; patron saint of Scotland

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