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CANONICAL

(adj., adj.sat, noun)

Definitions

There are 6 meanings of the word Canonical.

Canonical - as an adjective

Appearing in a biblical canon

Example: "A canonical book of the christian new testament"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
canonic11

Of or relating to or required by canon law

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
canonic11

Canonical - as an adjective satellite

Reduced to the simplest and most significant form possible without loss of generality

Example: "A basic story line"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
basic9canonic11

Conforming to orthodox or recognized rules

Example: "The drinking of cocktails was as canonical a rite as the mixing"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
canonic11sanctioned13

Canonical - as a noun

The formal robes of a priest.

A url presented in canonical form.

Example Sentences

"The canonical version of the book is the one written by the original author."
"This article is not considered canonical because it was written by an unknown source."
"The canonical scriptures are regarded as sacred texts by the religious community."
"In mathematics, the canonical form of an equation is the most simplified version."
"The canonical ensemble is a concept in statistical mechanics."
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Word Game Points

Is CANONICAL a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, canonical is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

CANONICAL has a SCRABBLE points total of 13.

Is CANONICAL a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, canonical is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
CANONICAL has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 18.

Is CANONICAL a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, canonical is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
CANONICAL has a WORDFEUD points total of 15.

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