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franciscan

1. Fran.cis.can \fran-'sis-k*n\ aj [ML Franciscus Francis] : of or relating 
   to St. Francis of Assisi or the Franciscans 
2. Franciscan n : a member of the Order of Friars Minor observing the 
   unmodified rule of t he first order of St. Francis of Assisi and engaging 
   in preaching and missionary, charitable, and other work