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convent

UK
/ˈkɒnvənt/
US
/ˈkɑnvənt/

Translations

conventnoun
convents
pl
UK
/ˈkɒnvənt/
US
/ˈkɑnvənt/
The convent was known for its beautiful gardens and serene atmosphere.
Le couvent était connu pour ses beaux jardins et son atmosphère sereine.
Additional translations
école conventuelleÉtablissement scolaire rattaché à un couvent ou géré par des religieuses.
Synonyms
abbey
monastery
cloister
religious community
nunnery
conventverb
convented
Past Simple
convented
Past Participle
conventing
Gerund
UK
/ˈkɒn.vənt/
US
/ˈkɑːn.vənt/
Archaic/rare; chiefly historical usage meaning to assemble or convene.
convoquerEmploi archaïque.
The elders were convented to discuss the matter.
Les anciens furent convoqués pour discuter de l'affaire.
Additional translations
réunirEmploi archaïque.
Synonyms
retire
intern
imprison
shut up
sequester
enclose
confine
seclude
cloister

Definitions

conventnoun
A community of nuns living together under religious vows.
The convent was known for its beautiful gardens and serene atmosphere.
The building or buildings occupied by a community of nuns.
The old convent was converted into a museum showcasing religious artifacts.
A school attached to or run by a convent, typically educating girls.
She was educated at a convent just outside the city.
conventverb
(archaic) To assemble or cause to assemble; to convene.
The elders were convented to discuss the matter.
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