saint
/sɛ̃/
1.
nounmasculineSing
saint (religious figure, often canonized)
very virtuous or extremely patient person (informal)
Jean est considéré comme un saint dans la région.
Jean is regarded as a saint in the region.
Synonyms:bienheureux, canonisé
2.
adjectivemasculineSing
holy, sacred
pious, saintly (of a person or behaviour)
C'est un lieu saint pour beaucoup de pèlerins.
It is a holy place for many pilgrims.
Synonyms:sacré, béni
