Marist (noun)

1. A member of the Society of Mary, a Roman Catholic order founded in 1817 by Saint Marcellin Champagnat.
2. A person who is associated with the Marist educational institutions or Marist Brothers.

Origin:

Late 19th century: from french mariste, from marist, from latin maristae, from maria "mary".

Examples:

1. He joined the Marist order and became a Brother.
2. The Marist Brothers run many schools around the world.
3. The Marist schools are known for their strong emphasis on education.
4. She was educated by the Marist sisters.
5. The Marist order is dedicated to the education of young people.