preceptory
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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
Not until then did Parkins remember that he had meant to do some more investigating at the preceptory; but it was of no great importance, he reflected.
From Ghost Stories of an Antiquary by James, M. R. (Montague Rhodes)
The Professor rather sniffed at the idea that planning out a preceptory could be described as useful.
From Ghost Stories of an Antiquary by James, M. R. (Montague Rhodes)
He desired her to go to the preceptory; to ask a private word of Brother Christie; and to say to him that he, Drinkhooly, had got into tribulation.
From Wilson's Tales of the Borders and of Scotland Volume 4 by Various
In like manner every preceptory and every large house of the order had its chapter, at which all the brethren were required to attend.
From Secret Societies of the Middle Ages by Keightley, Thomas
Twenty-five preceptories and 27 bands will take part, with the procession leaving at 12:30 BST and the return parade due at 15:00.
From BBC ● Aug. 27, 2022
A total of 81 preceptories will take part, accompanied by 75 bands, which could involve a total of about 6,000 in the procession.
From BBC ● Aug. 27, 2022
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
The extensive possessions of the order of the Temple, in Asia and in Europe, were divided into provinces, each containing numerous preceptories or temple-houses, and each under its appointed governor.
From Secret Societies of the Middle Ages by Keightley, Thomas
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