saint
|saint|
B2
/seɪnt/
holy person
Etymology
Etymology Information
'saint' originates from Old French, specifically the word 'saint,' where 'sanctus' meant 'holy.'
Historical Evolution
'sanctus' transformed into the Old French word 'saint,' and eventually became the modern English word 'saint' through Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'holy or sacred,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'a holy person.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a person acknowledged as holy or virtuous and typically regarded as being in heaven after death.
Mother Teresa is considered a saint by many.
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