canon
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- noun
- /ˈkænən/
:
canónigo
- The cathedral's canon organized the annual charity event to support local families.
- cathedral canons
- a canon regular
Examples
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But the wonderful cathedral complex where he lived and worked, he became a Canon of the Catholic Church thanks to his uncle's influence.
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Joining him in the cause was William Chase, an Episcopal canon in New York City, and the WCTU.
Academic text (2002) -
Having been restored in their rights, the canons returned home.
Academic text (2018) -
There was more going on in the bishop's mind than this conflict between his two canons, Smith knew.
Fiction book (1990) -
At the time of its foundation, it was the first community of regular canons in the county of Flanders.
Academic text (2018) -
The canon's devotion to God and to his priestly duties at the cathedral was indisputable.
Fiction book (1990) -
When he describes the elevation and translation of Alchmund, Aelred observes that the canons were surprised to find Alchmund's body intact.
Academic text (2018) -
Eilaf II's handover to the Augustinian canons was arranged in 1113, and Thurstan of York appointed Ansketil to be prior.
Academic text (2018) -
As a respected canon in his community, he led the Sunday worship services with great dedication.
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During the ceremony, the bishop appointed a new canon to serve in the historic church.
Synonyms
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A person who leads religious ceremonies and worship in a church or temple
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6.4
A religious leader who leads services and prayers in a church
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4.7
A man who leads services and gives spiritual help in a church
A person who works as a priest or minister in the Christian church
Compounds
- Archaic
A musical piece where the voices follow hidden instructions written as riddles
- Specialized
A musical piece where players solve clues to know when to start playing
How Senior
Surface Forms
Etymology
Canon for a priest comes from the same Greek kanon, 'rule', because these clergy belonged to an official church group that followed certain rules; so a canon is a priest who serves as part of that church team.