monastery

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Noun monastery has 1 sense

monastery - the residence of a religious community
--₁ is a kind of religious residence, cloister
--₁ has parts: cell, cubicle; minster
--₁ has particulars: abbey; charterhouse; friary; lamasery

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Monastery

(noun) A place where a community of monks or nuns live in seclusion under religious vows.

Sample sentence 1: The monastery, nestled in the peaceful mountains, provided a serene atmosphere for the monks to practice their devotion.

Sample sentence 2: The nuns in the monastery spent their days engaged in prayer and contemplation.

(adjective) Pertaining to or characteristic of a monastery.

Sample sentence 1: The monastery garden was known for its beautiful flowers and peaceful ambiance.

Sample sentence 2: The monastery lifestyle required discipline and dedication to religious practices.

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