Canon Definition
canon
noun
- a rule or especially body of rules or principles generally established as valid and fundamental in a field or art or philosophy; "the neoclassical canon"; "canons of polite society"
- a priest who is a member of a cathedral chapter
- a ravine formed by a river in an area with little rainfall
- a contrapuntal piece of music in which a melody in one part is imitated exactly in other parts
- a complete list of saints that have been recognized by the Roman Catholic Church
- a collection of books accepted as holy scripture especially the books of the Bible recognized by any Christian church as genuine and inspired
"Canon" in song lyrics
See how canon is used in real songs:
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"MC's fall in the dust when I bust like a canon"
The Almighty RSO f/ Eightball & MJG — Illicit Activity -
"Her name was Shannon, she was canon"
John Cena f/ Rue DeBona, Tha Trademarc — Summer Flings -
"Loose canon"
Living Legends — Loose Cannon
Words that rhyme with canon
Usage tips for "canon"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "canon" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for canon to find words that pair well.