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Meaning of word canonical from English dictionary with examples, synonyms and antonyms.

canonical   adjective

Meaning : Appearing in a biblical canon.

Example : A canonical book of the Christian New Testament.

Synonyms : canonic

Meaning : Of or relating to or required by canon law.

Synonyms : canonic

Meaning : Reduced to the simplest and most significant form possible without loss of generality.

Example : A basic story line.
A canonical syllable pattern.

Synonyms : basic, canonic

Meaning : Conforming to orthodox or recognized rules.

Example : The drinking of cocktails was as canonical a rite as the mixing.

Synonyms : canonic, sanctioned

Canonical meaning in Telugu.