Canon — synonyms, definition

1. canon (Noun)

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canon (Noun) — A rule, or especially a body of rules, or principles generally established as valid and fundamental in a field of art or philosophy. ex. "the neoclassical canon" ex. "canons of polite society"

canon (Noun) — A priest who is a member of a cathedral chapter.

canon (Noun) — A ravine formed by a river in an area with little rainfall.

canon (Noun) — A contrapuntal piece of music in which a melody in one part is imitated exactly in other parts.

canon (Noun) — A complete list of saints that have been recognized by the Roman Catholic Church.

canon (Noun) — A collection of books accepted as holy scripture especially the books of the Bible recognized by any Christian church as genuine and inspired.

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