FRANCISCAN

Franciscan

(adjective) of or relating to Saint Francis of Assisi or to the order founded by him; “Franciscan monks”

Franciscan, Grey Friar

(noun) a Roman Catholic friar wearing the grey habit of the Franciscan order

Source: WordNet® 3.1

Fran*cis"can, a. Etym: [LL. Franciscus Francis: cf. F. franciscain.] (R. C. Ch.)

Definition: Belonging to the Order of St. Francis of the Franciscans. 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 t. Francis, esp. those of the Second Order of St. Francis, -- called also Poor Clares or Minoresses.

– Franciscan Tertiaries, the Third Order of St. Francis.

Fran*cis"can, n. (R.C.Ch.)

Definition: 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.

Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition

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