Francis

[fran-sis]

noun

1. a male given name: from an Old French word meaning “Frenchman.”

Francis

/ ˈfrɑːnsɪs /

noun

1. Dick , full name Richard Stanley Francis . 1920–2010, British thriller writer, formerly a champion jockey. His books include Dead Cert (1962), The Edge (1988), and Come to Grief (1995)

2. Sir Philip . 1740–1818, British politician; probable author of the Letters of Junius (1769–72). He played an important part in the impeachment of Warren Hastings (1788–95)

Example Sentences

“Yes, our inspections are limited to food processing and service,” confirmed San Bernardino health department spokesperson Francis Delapaz.

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His predecessor, Pope Francis, had been committed to expanding the church’s modern appeal, reaching out to divorced and LGBTQ+ Catholics and expanding the church’s identity beyond Europe.

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Leo, then known as Robert Prevost, was elected to be a safer if somewhat boring stabilizing force, meant to heal the rifts Francis left.

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He has continued Francis’ priorities on climate change, Gaza, and migrants but used careful, noninflammatory language.

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Francis always denounced such ploys, saying that Communion was not a reward for perfect behavior but a kind of spiritual nourishment for everyone, including sinners.

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