01 n. One of a branch of the Order of Franciscans, who profess to adhere more strictly than the Conventuals to the intention of the founder, espe…
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One of a branch of the Order of Franciscans, who profess to adhere more strictly than the Conventuals to the intention of the founder, especially as to poverty; -- called also Observants.(R. C. Ch.) Also: Observants