canonical
//kəˈnɒnɪkəl//
Adjective
more canonicalComparative
most canonicalSuperlative
1
Conforming to a general rule or accepted standard; authoritative or recognized as the standard version.
This is considered the canonical version of the text.
2
Relating to or belonging to the canon of the Bible or other religious texts officially accepted as genuine.
The canonical books of the New Testament were established by early church councils.
3
Relating to a cathedral chapter or a member of it.
The canonical hours are observed by the members of the cathedral chapter.
4
(Mathematics/Computing) In the simplest or most standard form.
The equation was converted to its canonical form for easier analysis.