Friar
/frˈaɪər/
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Definition
(noun) A member of a mendicant Christian order such as the Augustinians, Carmelites (white friars), Franciscans (grey friars) or the Dominicans (black friars).
Sentence Examples
The friar is more interested in brewing beer than he is the church.
Is a friar the same thing as a priest?
CEFR Practice Quiz
The humble ____ dedicated his entire life to helping the poor and living a life of quiet contemplation.