dominican

• Relatif à la République dominicaine ou à son peuple ; également relatif à l'ordre dominicain de l'Église catholique.

Relating to the Dominican Republic or its people; also relating to the Dominican Order of the Catholic Church.

1. Relating to the Dominican RepublicB1formal

   Of or pertaining to the Dominican Republic, its culture, or its inhabitants.

   relatif à la République dominicaine

   • The Dominican cuisine is known for its rich flavors.
   • She is studying Dominican history and politics.
   • The Dominican flag features a white cross and blue and red colors.

2. Relating to Saint Dominic or the Dominican OrderB2formal

   Of or pertaining to Saint Dominic, the founder of the Dominican Order, or the religious order itself.

   relatif à saint Dominique ou à l'ordre dominicain

   • The Dominican friars are known for their dedication to preaching and education.
   • He joined a Dominican monastery in the 14th century.
   • The Dominican order has a long tradition of theological scholarship.

• Nom désignant un habitant ou une personne originaire de la République dominicaine, ou un membre de l'ordre dominicain des moines catholiques romains.

A noun referring to a native or inhabitant of the Dominican Republic, or a member of the Dominican order of Roman Catholic friars.

nom propre

1. Member of the Dominican OrderB2formal

   A Roman Catholic friar belonging to the Order of Preachers, founded by Saint Dominic, known for wearing a black mantle.

   Dominicain (membre de l'Ordre des Prêcheurs)

   • The Dominican gave a powerful sermon at the cathedral.
   • Many Dominicans are dedicated to teaching and scholarship.
   • He joined the Dominican order after years of study.

   Synonymesblackfriarjacobin

2. Person from the Dominican RepublicA2formal

   A native or inhabitant of the Dominican Republic, a country on the island of Hispaniola in the Caribbean.

   Dominicain (personne de la République dominicaine)

   • My neighbor is a Dominican who moved here last year.
   • Dominicans are known for their warm hospitality and love of music.
   • She met many Dominicans during her vacation in Punta Cana.