Benedictine

From French bénédictin, from Latin benedictus, named after Italian 6th century Saint Benedict of Nursia (Latin: Benedictus Nursiae). Recorded in English from the 17th century.

Benedictine (plural Benedictines)

1. A monk or nun belonging to the order founded by Saint Benedict of Nursia.
2. A type of liqueur originating from the Benedictine cloister of Fécamp in France, made from cognac together with herb and spice extracts.

• Black Monk

Benedictine (not comparable)

1. Of or pertaining to St. Benedict of Nursia.
2. Of or pertaining to the Benedictine Order.

• Oxford English Dictionary, 1884–1928, and First Supplement, 1933.
• Douglas Harper (2001–2024) “Benedictine”, in Online Etymology Dictionary.