Abbe (Noun)
Meaning
A French abbot.
Classification
Nouns denoting people.
Examples
- The abbe was a respected figure in the French monastery, known for his wisdom and compassion.
- As a young man, he had been ordained as an abbe and had spent many years serving the community.
- The villagers would often seek the counsel of the abbe, who was renowned for his fairness and understanding.
- In the 18th century, the abbe was a common title given to a French cleric who had been appointed to a high-ranking position.
- The abbe's duties included overseeing the daily operations of the monastery and providing spiritual guidance to the monks.