Definition of Canon
- 1. A rule or especially body of rules or principles generally established as valid and fundamental in a field of art or philosophy Noun
- 2. A priest who is a member of a cathedral chapter Noun
- 3. A ravine formed by a river in an area with little rainfall Noun
- 4. A contrapuntal piece of music in which a melody in one part is imitated exactly in other parts Noun
- 5. A complete list of saints that have been recognized by the Roman Catholic Church Noun
- 6. A collection of books accepted as holy scripture especially the books of the Bible recognized by any Christian church as genuine and inspired Noun
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