Saint thomas a becket
saint thomas à, 1118?–70, archbishop of canterbury: murdered because of his opposition to henry ii’s policies toward the church.
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noun (nautical)
a clevis forming part of one end of a sheave, used for securing standing lines by means of a thimble
a short line with a grommet or eye at one end and a knot at the other, used for securing spars or other gear in place
noun
saint thomas à. 1118–70, english prelate; chancellor (1155–62) to henry ii; archbishop of canterbury (1162–70): murdered following his opposition to henry’s attempts to control the clergy. feast day: dec 29 or july 7
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