Benedictine

See also: bénédictine

English

Etymology

Possibly via French and/or Latin, named after the founder, Italian 6th century Saint Benedictus of Nursia

recorded in English only since the 17th century

Noun

Benedictine (plural Benedictines)

  1. A monk or nun belonging to the order founded by Saint Benedict of Nursia.
  2. A type of liqueur originating from the Benedictine cloister of Fécamp in France, made from cognac together with herb and spice extracts.

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See also

  • black monk

Adjective

Benedictine (not comparable)

  1. Of or pertaining to St. Benedict of Nursia.
  2. Of or pertaining to the Benedictine Order.

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References

  • “Benedictine” in Douglas Harper, Online Etymology Dictionary, 2001–2018.
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