preceptory
Americannoun
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preceptories
plural
noun
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Etymology
Origin of preceptory
From the Medieval Latin word praeceptōria, dating back to 1530–40. See preceptor, -y 3
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A holidaying professor at the seaside investigates the ruins of a Templars' preceptory, finds a curious whistle, blows it.
From Time Magazine Archive
On the rising ground at the S. of the village are the remains of a preceptory of the Knights Templars, founded in the 12th cent. by Serlo Fitz-Odo.
From Somerset by G. W. Wade
Whether it was the wind, or the excitement of golf, or of the researches in the preceptory that kept Parkins awake, he was not sure.
From Ghost Stories of an Antiquary by M. R. (Montague Rhodes) James
Though ye should be driven oot o' the preceptory the morn, ye'll no gang empty-handed; and that same's a blessin.
From Wilson's Tales of the Borders and of Scotland Volume 4 by Various
But how was he to account for his appearance in such an unseemly garb at the preceptory.
From Wilson's Tales of the Borders and of Scotland Volume 4 by Various
It is thought that about 350 preceptories and about 300 bands will be involved in the traditional events.
From BBC ● Aug. 27, 2022
Sixty-three preceptories and 61 bands will take part in the parade, which will move off from the assembly field on the Armagh side of the village at noon.
From BBC ● Aug. 27, 2022
City of Belfast Grand Black Chapter will parade in Dromore, County Down, where a total of 48 preceptories from seven districts will be accompanied by 30 bands.
From BBC ● Aug. 27, 2022
A total of 105 preceptories and 95 bands will parade through Bangor to the demonstration field at Ward Park.
From BBC ● Aug. 27, 2022
Widows were not to dwell in the preceptories.
From Old and New London Volume I by Walter Thornbury
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