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单词 Black Friar
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Definition of Black Friar in English:

Black Friar

noun

  • A Dominican friar.

    黑修士（指天主教多明我会修道士）

    Example sentencesExamples
    • It is generally thought that a group of monks or priests known as the Black Friars had charge of the ancient church in the centre of this cemetery in former times.
    • Known as the Order of Preachers the Dominicans wore a black mantel over a white habit which earned them the name of the Black Friars.
    • The Black Friars were said to have arrived in Yarmouth in 1267.

Origin

Early 16th century: so named because of the colour of the order's habit.

Definition of Black Friar in US English:

Black Friar

nounˈˌblak ˈˌfrī(ə)r

  • A Dominican friar.

    黑修士（指天主教多明我会修道士）

    Example sentencesExamples
    • It is generally thought that a group of monks or priests known as the Black Friars had charge of the ancient church in the centre of this cemetery in former times.
    • Known as the Order of Preachers the Dominicans wore a black mantel over a white habit which earned them the name of the Black Friars.
    • The Black Friars were said to have arrived in Yarmouth in 1267.

Origin

Early 16th century: so named because of the color of the order's habit.
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