sanctae

/sæŋkˈteɪ/

Definitions

1. noun

The feminine nominative singular form of the Latin word ‘sanctus’, meaning holy or saint; a female saint or a female person who has been canonized as a saint.

“In the Latin Mass, the priest invokes the sanctae to bless the congregation.”

Synonyms

  • holy
  • saint

Antonyms

  • profane
  • unholy