|
|
Definition of Postulant
1. Noun. One submitting a request or application especially one seeking admission into a religious order.
Definition of Postulant
1. n. One who makes a request or demand; hence, a candidate.
Definition of Postulant
1. Noun. (Christianity) A person seeking admission to a religious order ¹
2. Noun. A person who submits a petition for something; a petitioner. ¹
¹ Source: wiktionary.com
Definition of Postulant
1. [n -S]
Lexicographical Neighbors of Postulant
Literary usage of Postulant
Below you will find example usage of this term as found in modern and/or classical literature:
1. The Works of Charles Paul de Kock, with a General Introduction by Jules Claretie by Paul de Kock (1904)
"CHAPTER VII MONSIEUR postulant BECOMES ZEALOUS. THE INVALID. DURING the time that M.
postulant was relating the story of the lady who pursued her dentist so ..."
2. The life of blessed Margaret Mary by George Tickell (1869)
"... with the Community, that the young postulant belonged, the question of whose
vocation was to involve Blessed Margaret Mary in such trying difficulties. ..."
3. The Churchman's Hand-book a Practical Guide on the Rights & Duties of by Thomas Richey (1876)
"If on receipt of such notice the Bishop thinks proper to proceed, the postulant
may apply to the Standing Committee for recommendation, and must present ..."
Other Resources:
