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canon

noun

/ˈkænən/

Meaning

A general law, rule, principle, or collection of sacred books accepted as genuine.

The book is now considered part of the literary canon.

canon law

principle, rule, law, doctrine, standard

chaos, disorder, anomaly

literary canon, religious canon, canon law, established canon

a person who succeeds another in office; someone who takes over a position or role

a word or phrase used to describe a thing or to express a concept

a long, adventurous journey; a series of experiences

The ability to produce a desired or intended result.

a greater liking for one alternative over another

A soft food made by boiling oats or other grains in milk or water.