canoness
[kan-uh-nis]
noun
a member of a Christian community of women living under a rule but not under a vow.
Origin of canoness
Usage note
See -ess.
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Examples from the Web for canoness
Historical Examples of canoness
The canoness and the Bernardine nun step into the enclosure reserved for the litigants.
The Iron PincersEugne Sue
Canoness Aigline is handsome and tall, her mien is imperious.
The Iron PincersEugne Sue
With another sign, he made the canoness understand that she and his father were to kiss his betrothed.
Dancing went on all night, and I did not leave my canoness, who was a delightful woman and danced admirably.
The Memoires of Casanova, CompleteJacques Casanova de Seingalt
Without a pause I renewed my conversation with the canoness, not so much as looking around.
The Memoires of Casanova, CompleteJacques Casanova de Seingalt
canoness
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