preaching friar

noun

A member of the religious order of the Dominicans.

Meanings

nounpreaching friar (plural preaching friars)

plural preaching friars

  1. A member of the religious order of the Dominicans.

    Synonyms: Dominican, black friar, Friar Preacher

Synonyms & antonyms

nounA member of the religious order of the Dominicans.

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