monastery
noun
a house or place of residence occupied by a community of persons, especially monks, living in seclusion under religious vows.
monasteries
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pluralof monastery.plural
The grammatical form denoting more than one person, place, thing, or idea.
Example Sentences
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A fire that began Monday in Spain's northeastern Aragon region and has forced the evacuation of 850 people so far is threatening the two monasteries of San Juan de la Pena.
From Barron's ● Aug. 14, 2026
A papal letter reveals that Hadrian appointed Offa the steward of various monasteries dedicated to St. Peter.
From The Wall Street Journal ● May 21, 2026
Later revivals identified by Mr. Roeck include the cultivation of ancient Greek learning in Europe’s far-flung medieval monasteries, and renewed attention to Roman poetry and history in Charlemagne’s ninth-century imperial court at Aachen.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 27, 2025
The idea resonated, reminding her of monasteries she’d once visited on a trip to France.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jun. 28, 2025
Among the monasteries that took in foundlings, one was a flagellant order.
From "Strange the Dreamer" by Laini Taylor
