Abbreviations.com Convert.net Definitions.net Lyrics.net Phrases.net Quotes.net References.net Rhymes.net Synonyms.net USZip.com  Bookmark and Share
 
Definitions.net
Search for Dictionary Definitions:  
Browse Alphabetically:
 A   B   C   D   E   F   G   H   I   J   K   L   M   N   O   P   Q   R   S   T   U   V   W   X   Y   Z   # 
 random definition 

 Definitions of Rosicrucian  [ˌroʊ zɪˈkru ʃən, ˌrɒz ɪ-]  

Translate Rosicrucian to



Definition of 'Rosicrucian' Random House Webster's College Dictionary 

1. (n.) Rosicrucian
a member of an international society professing esoteric religious principles and emphasizing occult knowledge and powers.

2. (adj.) Rosicrucian
characteristic of the Rosicrucians.

Etymology:  (1615–25; < L Rosicruc- (Latinized form of Christian Rosenkreuz, alleged 15th-cent. founder of the society =ros(a)rose1+-i- -i - +cruc- (s. of crux) cross ) + -ian)

Definition of 'Rosicrucian' Webster Dictionary 

1. (adj) Rosicrucian
of or pertaining to the Rosicrucians, or their arts

2. (noun) Rosicrucian
one who, in the 17th century and the early part of the 18th, claimed to belong to a secret society of philosophers deeply versed in the secrets of nature, -- the alleged society having existed, it was stated, several hundred years



'Rosicrucian' - Nearby Entries  

roseworm  rosewort  rosicrucian  rosied  rosier  



Citation: Add this definition to your bibliography   MLA  Chicago  APA 
"Rosicrucian." Definitions.net. STANDS4 LLC, 2012. 30 May. 2012. http://www.definitions.net/definition/Rosicrucian


Alternative search options for 'Rosicrucian'   
Search for Synonyms for 'Rosicrucian'
Quotes containing the term 'Rosicrucian'
Search for Phrases containing the term 'Rosicrucian'
Search for Abbreviations containing the term 'Rosicrucian'
Search for 'Rosicrucian' on Search Rosicrucian on Amazon.com! & Search Rosicrucian on Google.com!
What rhymes with 'Rosicrucian'?
NEW:Search for Song lyrics containing the word 'Rosicrucian'


Definitions.net |  Login |  Add New Abbreviation |  Your List |  Tools |  Become an Editor |  Tell a Friend |  Awards |  Testimonials |  Press |  News |  Forum new! |  APIs |  About
Copyright ©2001-2011 STANDS4 LLC. All rights reserved.  Terms of Use  |  Privacy Policy  |  Advertise  |  Contact Us  Follow us on Facebook! Follow us on Twitter!