English

Etymology
Possibly via F. and/or L., named after the founder, Italian 6th century Saint Benedictus of Nursia
:recorded in English only since the 17th century

Noun
wikipedia
en-noun

1. A monk or nun who belongs to the order founded by St Benedict
2. A liqueur made from Cognac (French brandy) together with herbs and spices

Derived terms
Benedictine monk

See also
black monk

Translations
Monk:
Dutch: benedictijn m, benedictijner m
French: bénédictin m
German: Benediktiner m
Italian: benedettino m

Drink:
Dutch: benedictine
French: bénédictine

Adjective
en-adj|-

1. Of or pertaining to St Benedict of Nursia
2. Of or pertaining to the Benedictine order

Translations
Dutch: benedictijns
French: bénédictin
Italian: benedettino m

References
R:Online Etymology Dictionary

Category:English eponyms

io:Benedictine

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