Benedict

English

/ˈbɛnədɪkt/

proper noun
Definitions
  • particularly of the sixth-century founder of the Benedictine order, and of several popes.
  • (city and village in Kansas).
  • (census-designated place in Maryland).
  • (village in Nebraska).
  • (city and village in North Dakota).

Etymology

Derived from Latin benedictus (blessed), benedīcō (I speak well of, I bless, I speak well, I praise, speak well of, I commend, bless).

Origin

Latin

benedīcō

Gloss

I speak well of, I bless, I speak well, I praise, speak well of, I commend, bless

Concept
Semantic Field

Religion and belief

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