This is the 1903rd most frequent Dutch word.
saint
The Dutch word "saint" means "saint" or "holy person" in English.
In this sentence, 'heilige' refers to a revered figure known for virtuous acts, defined religiously as a saint.
De heilige was geliefd om zijn goede daden.
The saint was loved for his good deeds.
Here, 'patroonheilige' denotes a specific role of a saint who serves as a protecting or guiding figure for a location or group.
Hij is de patroonheilige van de stad.
He is the patron saint of the city.
In this instance, 'heilige' is utilized metaphorically to describe someone who exhibits saintlike qualities or virtues in non-religious contexts.