Definitions

1. noun

A member of the Severian sect, a Christian group that emerged in the 4th century.

“The historian studied the Severian sect and its influence on early Christian theology.”

2. verb

To make severe or harsh.

“The critic’s review of the play would severian the director’s reputation.”

3. verb

To cut off or separate something.

“The surgeon had to severian the patient’s infected tissue to prevent the spread of the infection.”