Saint Louis
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- proper noun
- The legacy of Saint Louis continues to influence French culture and history.
Examples
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King Saint Louis was known for his piety and leadership.
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Many people admire Saint Louis for his dedication to justice.
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As a boy, he admired the wisdom and justice of Saint Louis.
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Many cathedrals across the world are named after Saint Louis.
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King Saint Louis, the revered King of France, was canonized for his devout faith and leadership during the Crusades.
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As a model of medieval kingship, Saint Louis is celebrated for his dedication to justice and the welfare of his people.
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Many view Saint Louis as an ideal monarch due to his commitment to the principles of faith and chivalry.
Synonyms
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A French king in the 1200s known for deep faith and fairness, later made a saint
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A French king in the 1200s, very religious and fair, who leads two Crusades and becomes a saint
Surface Forms
Morphology
saint + Louis
The phrase combines 'saint' (a holy or canonized person) with the proper name 'Louis', so a learner who knows both words will readily interpret it as a person named Louis who is a saint. While specific historical details (that this refers to King Louis IX, dates, and crusades) are not derivable from the constituents, the basic referential meaning is compositional and clear.
Etymology
Saint Louis is the name of King Louis IX, a French king famous for his strong faith and care for the poor, and for leading religious wars called crusades. Because people called him a 'saint', his name is used to refer to the holy king himself.