Augustinian

noun

Au·gus·tin·i·an | \ˌȯ-gə-ˈsti-nē-ən

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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

adjective

Definition 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

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