nounnoun
le chanoine
canon
The French word "chanoine" refers to a canon in English, which is a clergy position within certain Christian churches, especially in the Catholic Church.
Meaning:
- A chanoine is a member of the chapter of priests attached to a cathedral or a collegiate church. These clergy have specific duties related to the administration of the church and the performance of religious services.
- In many traditions, canons live a communal life and have a role in the governance of the cathedral or church.
Synonyms and differences:
- Prêtre: means "priest," a more general term for someone ordained to perform religious services.
- Chanoine: specifically denotes a priest who is part of a cathedral chapter, often implying a special status.
- Évêque (bishop): a higher-ranking clergy, in charge of a diocese.
- Curé: a parish priest with responsibility over a parish.
- Doyen: dean, a senior official in a cathedral or diocese, sometimes overseeing canons.
In summary, while "prêtre" is general, "chanoine" specifies a priest who holds a particular office within the cathedral structure.
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Examples
Voici un chanoine devant l'église.noun
Here is a canon in front of the church.
Les vieux chanoines lisaient leurs textes sacrés.noun
The old canons were reading their sacred texts.
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