Francis of Assisi

American  

noun

1. Saint Giovanni Francesco Bernardone, 1182?–1226, Italian friar: founder of the Franciscan order.

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Francis of Assisi British  

noun

1. Saint original name Giovanni di Bernardone . ?1181–1226, Italian monk; founder of the Franciscan order of friars. He is remembered for his humility and love for all creation and was the first person to exhibit stigmata (1224). Feast day: Oct 4

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Francis of Assisi Cultural  

1. A saint of the Roman Catholic Church who lived in Italy in the thirteenth century and is known for his simplicity, devotion to poverty, and love of nature. (See Franciscans.)

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Example Sentences

A long line of pilgrims and visitors snaked outside the Basilica of Saint Francis of Assisi in Italy on Sunday as his remains went on public display for the first time.

From Barron's • Feb. 22, 2026

"St Francis of Assisi remains the most famous 'nature saint', best known for preaching to birds. In a more eco-conscious world, the Augustinians deserve much more attention."

From Science Daily • Feb. 2, 2026

Season 1’s subjects ranged from Francis of Assisi to Moses the Black, a robber turned monk and martyr in the fourth century.

From The Wall Street Journal • Nov. 28, 2025

When he was elected in 2013, the former Cardinal Jorge Mario Bergoglio said he was honoring St. Francis of Assisi, known for dedication to the destitute.

From Los Angeles Times • May 8, 2025

I don’t happen to be attracted to the St. Francis of Assisi type.

From "Franny and Zooey" by J. D. Salinger