Austin friar

American  

noun

1. one of the Hermits of St. Augustine.

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Etymology

Origin of Austin friar

First recorded in 1860–65

Example Sentences

He therefore proposed that one of his friars and an Austin friar should show which of them would most readily obey his superior.

From The Mysteries of All Nations Rise and Progress of Superstition, Laws Against and Trials of Witches, Ancient and Modern Delusions Together With Strange Customs, Fables, and Tales by Grant, James, archaeologist

But Anda, though fully informed by an Austin friar of what was happening, had not sufficient troops to march north.

From The Philippine Islands by Foreman, John

A member of one of the religious orders called after St. Augustine; an Austin friar.

From Webster's Unabridged Dictionary (2nd 100 Pages) by Webster, Noah

Brother Martin and the merciful Austin friar Isambart accompanied her on that dreadful journey of the cart through the streets of Rouen to the old fish market.

From Women of Mediæval France Woman: in all ages and in all countries Vol. 5 (of 10) by Butler, Pierce

Gabriel Montoya, a Spanish soldier of Legaspiʼs legion, partially conquered those races, and supported the mission of an Austin friar amongst them.

From The Philippine Islands by Foreman, John