hagarene

/hæɡəriːn/

Definitions

1. noun

A member of a medieval Christian sect that originated in the 10th century, known for their rejection of the authority of the Pope.

“The hagarenes were a mysterious group that threatened the stability of medieval Europe.”

2. noun

A derogatory term for a Muslim, especially in medieval European literature.

“The medieval writer used the term ‘hagarene’ to describe the enemy forces in his epic poem.”

Synonyms

  • heathen
  • infidel

Antonyms

  • Christian
  • believer