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convent

UK
/ˈkɒnvənt/
US
/ˈkɑnvənt/

Translations

conventnoun
convents
pl
UK
/ˈkɒnvənt/
US
/ˈkɑnvənt/
The convent was located on a hill overlooking the town.
Монастырь располагался на холме с видом на город.
женский монастырь
She decided to join the convent and dedicate her life to prayer.
Она решила вступить в женский монастырь и посвятить свою жизнь молитве.
Additional translations
приют
обитель
Synonyms
abbey
cloister
religious community
nunnery
monastery
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.
Synonyms
cloister
seclude
confine
enclose
sequester
shut up
imprison
intern
retire

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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