SINCE 1828
Augustinian
noun
Au·gus·tin·i·an
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Definition of Augustinian
(Entry 1 of 2)
1
: a member of an Augustinian order
specifically
: a friar of the Hermits of St. Augustine founded in 1256 and devoted to educational, missionary, and parish work
2
: a follower of St. Augustine
Augustinian
adjectiveDefinition of Augustinian (Entry 2 of 2)
1
: of or relating to St. Augustine or his doctrines
2
: of or relating to any of several orders under a rule ascribed to St. Augustine
Other Words from Augustinian
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Augustinianism
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noun
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