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Franciscan

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Fran·​cis·​can | \ fran-ˈsi-skən How to pronounce Franciscan (audio) \

Definition of Franciscan

: a member of the Order of Friars Minor founded by St. Francis of Assisi in 1209 and dedicated especially to preaching, missions, and charities

Other Words from Franciscan

Franciscan adjective

First Known Use of Franciscan

1534, in the meaning defined above

History and Etymology for Franciscan

Medieval Latin Franciscus Francis

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