Mother Seton
1
9.0
- proper noun
- /ˈmʌðər ˈsiːtən/
- Mother Seton was canonized by the Catholic Church for her dedication to charity and education.
Examples
-
Many Catholic schools and churches across the country are named after Mother Seton.
-
Did you know that Mother Seton was canonized in 1975?
-
The life and work of Mother Seton continue to inspire many people today.
-
The legacy of Mother Seton continues to inspire many.
-
Mother Seton was canonized by the Catholic Church for her dedication to charity and education.
-
Many Catholic schools and churches across the country are named after Mother Seton.
-
The life and work of Mother Seton continue to inspire many people today.
Synonyms
1
7.4
A United States woman who became the first American-born Roman Catholic saint
1
8.5
The first person born in the United States to become a Catholic saint who founded the first Catholic girls' school
The first person born in the United States to become a Catholic saint who starts the first Catholic girls' school
Surface Forms
Morphology
The constituent 'Mother' used as a religious title plus the surname 'Seton' allows a learner to infer this is a female religious figure (a nun or mother superior) named Seton, so part of the meaning is recoverable from the parts. However, the specific historical identity and canonical status (first U.S.-born saint, founder of an order) cannot be derived from the words alone, so full understanding requires prior knowledge or exposure.
Etymology
Mother Seton is the name given to Elizabeth Ann Seton, an American woman who became a nun and started the Sisters of Charity and many schools to help the poor. She was the first person born in the United States to be named a 'saint', so people call her Mother Seton to remember her life of 'charity' and teaching.