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Anselm Definition & Meaning

anselm
noun
  1. an Italian who was a Benedictine monk; was archbishop of Canterbury from 1093 to 1109; one of the founders of scholasticism; best known for his proof of the existence of God

"Anselm" in song lyrics

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  • "st anselm"
    AOL — AOL
  • "edward anselm"
    AOL — AOL
  • "saint anselm"
    AOL — AOL

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Frequently asked questions

What does anselm mean?
an Italian who was a Benedictine monk; was archbishop of Canterbury from 1093 to 1109; one of the founders of scholasticism; best known for his proof of the existence of God
What part of speech is anselm?
Anselm is a noun.

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