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Friar Definition & Meaning

friar
noun
  1. a male member of a religious order that originally relied solely on alms

"Friar" in song lyrics

See how friar is used in real songs:

  • "bernie friar"
    AOL — AOL
  • "chaucer's friar"
    AOL — AOL
  • "daylily black friar"
    AOL — AOL

Usage tips for "friar"

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Frequently asked questions

What does friar mean?
a male member of a religious order that originally relied solely on alms
What part of speech is friar?
Friar is a noun.

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