Of or pertaining to an ecclesiastical chapter
In canonical form.
Distinguished among entities of its kind, so that it can be picked out in a way that does not depend on any arbitrary choices.
Part of canon (“the main continuity of a fictional universe”).
Stated or used in the most basic and straightforwardly applicable manner.
Prototypical.
In conformity with canon law.
In the form of a canon.
Present in a canon, religious or otherwise.
According to recognised or orthodox rules.
The formal robes of a priest.
A URL presented in canonical form.
Relating to diplomatics, or the study of old texts; paleographic.
Exhibiting diplomacy; exercising tact or courtesy; using discussion to avoid hard feelings, fights or arguments.
describing a publication of a text which follows a single basic manuscript, but with variants in other manuscripts noted in the critical apparatus
Concerning the relationships between the governments of countries.
The science of diplomas, or the art of deciphering ancient writings and determining their age, authenticity, etc.; paleography.