noun a rule or principle that is considered to be permanently valid and applicable in a particular sphere of activity
adjective relating to or authorized by a canon; included in the list of sacred books officially accepted as genuine
In mathematics, canonical is used to describe a standard or unique representation of an object, often used in canonical forms or transformations.
In literature, canonical can refer to works that are considered to be authoritative or classic within a particular genre or tradition.
In religion, canonical can refer to texts or teachings that are considered to be officially accepted or authoritative within a religious tradition.
In computer science, canonical is used to refer to the standard or official version of something, such as a URL or data format.
In literature, 'canonical' refers to works that are considered to be of the highest quality or most important in a particular genre or time period.
In psychology, 'canonical' may refer to established theories, models, or research findings that are widely accepted and form the foundation of the field.