friary

UK
/ˈfraɪəri/
US
/ˈfraɪəri/

Translations

friaryadjective
UK
/ˈfraɪəri/
US
/ˈfraɪəri/
Used attributively to qualify another noun (e.g., ‘friary chapel’); treated as an adjective.
friarynoun
friaries
pl
UK
/ˈfraɪəri/
US
/ˈfraɪəri/
The friary was located on the outskirts of the town.
Монастырь находился на окраине города.
Additional translations
монашеский дом

Definitions

friaryadjective
Relating to or characteristic of a friar or a friary.
The friary chapel retained its simple medieval character.
friarynoun
A building or community where friars live and work, often associated with a religious order.
The friary was known for its beautiful gardens and the charitable work of its residents.