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DISCALCED

Pronunciation (US):

(GB):

 I. (adjective) 

Sense 1

Meaning:

(used of certain religious orders) barefoot or wearing only sandals

Example:

discalced friars

Synonyms:

discalceate; discalced; unshod

Classified under:

Adjectives

Domain category:

faith; religion; religious belief (a strong belief in a supernatural power or powers that control human destiny)

Antonym:

calced (used of certain religious orders who wear shoes)

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