canon

Meanings

• noun

  A set of texts considered of authority and accepted as a standard in a particular religious or literary tradition.

  - "The Bible is the canon of the Christian faith."
  - "Shakespeare's works are the canon of English literature."

• noun

  A rule or standard by which something is judged.

  - "The judge used the canon of construction to interpret the law."
  - "The chef followed the canon of French cuisine to prepare the meal."

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Pronunciation

1. /ˈkæn.ən/
   
   
   
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Synonyms

French canon

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Rhymes

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mason , rason , masons

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Variants

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cannon , canon , canons , canun , canyon , cannons , canyons , canon law , canon laws , canon lawyer , canon lawyers , canon regular , canons regular

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Etymology

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From the Greek word 'kanon,' meaning rule or measuring rod.

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Trivia

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1. The word 'canon' is also used in mathematics to refer to a series of numbers or functions.

2. The term 'canon' can also be used metaphorically to refer to a widely accepted belief or opinion in a particular field or community.

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Related Concepts

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1. Canonicity: The quality of being included in a canon or recognized as authoritative.

2. Canon law: A body of laws and regulations made by ecclesiastical authority, for the government of the Christian Church.

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Culture

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The canon has played a significant role in various religious and literary traditions, serving as the foundation for authoritative texts and standards. In Christianity, the canon includes the Old and New Testaments, while in Islam, it consists of the Quran and Hadith. In literature, the term 'canon' is used to refer to the body of works considered to be of enduring importance in a particular literary tradition.

How to Memorize "canon"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a set of texts or rules being carefully selected and preserved as the standard or benchmark for a particular tradition or field.
   - Visualize a measuring rod or rule being used to ensure consistency and accuracy.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'canon' with the idea of a standard or authoritative text or rule.
   - Think of the term 'canon' as a measure or benchmark for excellence in a particular field.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Create a mnemonic device by associating the word 'canon' with the phrase 'rule of thumb' or 'standard of excellence.'

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