Monastery (Noun)
Meaning
The residence of a religious community.
Classification
Nouns denoting man-made objects.
Examples
- The monks lived in a serene monastery in the mountains, where they spent their days praying and tending to their gardens.
- The visiting tourists were amazed by the grandeur of the ancient monastery that stood at the edge of the village.
- After years of solitude, the hermit joined a monastery to be part of a community that shared his faith.
- The monastery was famous for its beautiful stained glass windows and intricate stone carvings.
- The young apprentice was sent to the monastery to study under the guidance of the wise and experienced abbot.