Franciscan
Franciscan , adjective
[Late Latin Franciscus Francis: compare French franciscain.]
(Roman Catholic Church) Belonging to the Order of St. Francis of the Franciscans.
Collocations (3)
Franciscan Brothers , pious laymen who devote themselves to useful works, such as manual labor schools, and other educational institutions; -- called also Brothers of the Third Order of St. Francis.
Franciscan Nuns , nuns who follow the rule of St. Francis, esp. those of the Second Order of St. Francis, -- called also Poor Clares or Minoresses.
Franciscan Tertiaries , the Third Order of St. Francis.
Franciscan , noun
(R.C.Ch.) A monk or friar of the Order of St. Francis, a large and zealous order of mendicant monks founded in 1209 by St. Francis of Assisi. They are called also Friars Minor; and in England, Gray Friars, because they wear a gray habit.