canonic
adjective
1. appearing in a biblical canon
- a canonical book of the Christian New Testament
Similar word(s): canonical
2. of or relating to or required by canon law
Similar word(s): canonical
3. reduced to the simplest and most significant form possible without loss of generality
- a canonical syllable pattern
Similar word(s): standard, basic, canonical
4. conforming to orthodox or recognized rules
- the drinking of cocktails was as canonical a rite as the mixing
Similar word(s): orthodox, canonical, sanctioned