Minorite
Synonym of Franciscan: a friar of the Order of Friars MinorSynonym of Franciscan: a friar of the Order of Friars Minor.
Meaning
2 sensesSynonym of Franciscan: a friar of the Order of Friars Minor.
(obsolete)A lesser cleric.
Origin
From Medieval Latin Minorita, from Latin minor + -īta (“-ite”), from Ordo Fratres MinoresFrom Medieval Latin Minorita, from Latin minor + -īta (“-ite”), from Ordo Fratres Minores (“Order of Friars Minor”), literally the "Order of the Lesser Brothers", chosen by St. Francis to inculcate humility in its members. Equivalent to minor + -ite. Doublet of minister.
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