saint

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Noun

Singular saint

Plural saints

Saint Nicholas giving gold to three young women so they can marry.

1. A saint is a religious person who has done such good things, that after their death they have a special place in heaven.

   Mother Theresa did such good work with poor people in India, the Catholic Church has named her a saint.

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