Saint John (Noun)

Meaning ¹

A port in eastern Canada; the largest city in New Brunswick.

Classification

Nouns denoting spatial position.

Examples

• Saint John is the only city on the shore of the Bay of Fundy that is not a tidal estuary.
• The Saint John Harbour Bridge connects Uptown Saint John to the industrial part of the city on the east side.
• A section of the Irving Oil refinery complex is visible on the western shore of Saint John Harbour.
• Uptown Saint John developed on the south side of Portland Square, and on a small griste and millstream.
• The New Brunswick Museum is located in downtown Saint John.

Synonyms

• St. John

Meaning ²

(New Testament) disciple of Jesus; traditionally said to be the author of the 4th Gospel and three epistles and the book of Revelation.

Classification

Nouns denoting people.

Examples

• Saint John is often depicted in art as a young man with a beard, symbolizing his wisdom and spiritual maturity.
• According to Christian tradition, Saint John was the only one of Jesus' twelve apostles who did not suffer martyrdom.
• The Gospel of Saint John is distinct from the other three Gospels in its emphasis on the divinity of Jesus Christ.
• Saint John's authorship of the Book of Revelation has been questioned by some scholars, but it remains a widely accepted tradition.
• The writings of Saint John, particularly his Gospel and epistles, have had a profound impact on Christian theology and doctrine.

Synonyms

• John The Divine
• John The Evangelist
• John
• Saint John The Apostle
• St. John
• St. John The Apostle

Meaning ³

A river that rises in Maine and flows northeastward through New Brunswick to empty into the Bay of Fundy.

Classification

Nouns denoting natural objects (not man-made).

Examples

• The Saint John River forms part of the border between the Canadian province of New Brunswick and the U.S. state of Maine.
• The Saint John River flows through the city of Saint John, New Brunswick, which is the province's largest city.
• The Saint John River is approximately 673 kilometers long and drains an area of about 55,000 square kilometers.
• The Saint John River is an important source of hydroelectric power, with several dams along its length.
• The Saint John River is also a popular destination for canoeing and kayaking, with its calm waters and scenic shoreline.

Synonyms

• Saint John River
• St. John River
• St. John