Definitions
There are 6 meanings of the word
Canons.
Canons - 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
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
priestHyponyms (Broadly Related)
A contrapuntal piece of music in which a melody in one part is imitated exactly in other parts
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
compositionmusical compositionopuspiecepiece of musicHyponyms (Broadly Related)
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 canons of the church govern its rituals and ceremonies."
"The canons of literature have changed over time."
"The canons of art critique guide our understanding of masterpieces."
"Medieval canons were often used in battles for defense."
"The canons of ethics provide guidelines for moral behavior."
Word Game Points
Is CANONS a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, canons is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
CANONS has a SCRABBLE points total of 8.
Is CANONS a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, canons is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordCANONS has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 11.
Is CANONS a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, canons is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordCANONS has a WORDFEUD points total of 9.
