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priory

/ˈpraɪəri/

/ˈpraɪɚi/

Translations

priorynoun

priories

/ˈpraɪəri/

/ˈpraɪɚi/

The ancient priory was located on the outskirts of the village.

Древний приорат находился на окраине деревни.

Synonyms

religious house

priorynoun

A monastery governed by a prior or prioress, often subordinate to an abbey.

The ancient priory was known for its beautiful gardens and serene atmosphere.

The lands or buildings belonging to such a monastery, or the community of monks or nuns itself.

The priory was founded in the 12th century and flourished for two hundred years.