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xavier

/ˈzeɪ.vi.ər/

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noun

/ˈzeɪ.vi.ər/formal
  • ruИмя собственное, относящееся к испанскому миссионеру и иезуиту, основавшему миссии в Японии, Цейлоне и Ост-Индии (1506–1552).

A proper noun referring to a Spanish missionary and Jesuit who established missions in Japan, Ceylon, and the East Indies (1506–1552).

uncountable · proper noun

  1. Proper nameA1formal

    A male given name of Basque origin, meaning 'new house' or 'bright'.

    ruКсавье

    • Xavier is a popular name in many Spanish-speaking countries.
    • My friend Xavier is coming to the party tonight.
    • Saint Francis Xavier is a well-known historical figure.
  2. Historical figureB2formal

    Refers to Saint Francis Xavier (1506-1552), a Spanish missionary and co-founder of the Jesuit order who established missions in Japan, Ceylon, and the East Indies.

    ruКсавье

    • Saint Francis Xavier traveled extensively to spread Christianity in Asia.
    • The missionary work of Xavier had a lasting impact on Japan.
    • Xavier is remembered as one of the greatest missionaries in history.
Forms
  • xaviers plural form
  • xaviers' possessive plural form
  • xavier's possessive singular form