1. a member of the Knights Templar, a medieval Christian military order
Usage: historical
2. a member of certain modern fraternal organizations

Examples

• The templar wore a white robe with a red cross.
• Medieval templars protected pilgrims traveling to the Holy Land.
• The Knights Templar were disbanded in the early 14th century.
• He joined the local templar lodge last year.
• The templar order accumulated great wealth during the Crusades.
• Modern templars focus on charitable work and fellowship.