Benedictine

/ˈbɛnəˌdɪktin/
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Other forms: Benedictines

Definitions of Benedictine
  1. adjective
    of or relating to Saint Benedict or his works
  2. noun
    a monk or nun belonging to the order founded by Saint Benedict
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    type of:
    religious
    a member of a religious order who is bound by vows of poverty and chastity and obedience
  3. adjective
    of or relating to the Benedictines
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