Definitions
There are 6 meanings of the word
Canon.
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Def 1 UK
Canon - as a noun
A rule or especially body of rules or principles generally established as valid and fundamental in a field of art or philosophy
Example: "The neoclassical canon"
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
prescriptruleHyponyms (Broadly Related)
A priest who is a member of a cathedral chapter
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A contrapuntal piece of music in which a melody in one part is imitated exactly in other parts
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A complete list of saints that have been recognized by the roman catholic church
A collection of books accepted as holy scripture especially the books of the bible recognized by any christian church as genuine and inspired
Example Sentences
"The Bible is considered a sacred canon for Christians."
"The literary canon often shapes our understanding of classic works of literature."
"The film director added his own twist to the Star Wars canon with the new installment."
"There is an ongoing debate among scholars about the true canon of Shakespeare's plays."
"The canon law governs the practices and rituals of the Catholic Church."
Word Game Points
Is CANON a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, canon is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
CANON has a SCRABBLE points total of 7.
Is CANON a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, canon is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordCANON has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 10.
Is CANON a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, canon is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordCANON has a WORDFEUD points total of 8.
