Monk (Noun)
Meaning 1
United States jazz pianist who was one of the founders of the bebop style (1917-1982).
Classification
Nouns denoting people.
Synonyms
Meaning 2
A male religious living in a cloister and devoting himself to contemplation and prayer and work.
Classification
Nouns denoting people.
Examples
- The monk spent most of his day in silent meditation, seeking a deeper connection with God.
- As a young man, he had felt a strong calling to become a monk and dedicate his life to spiritual pursuits.
- The monk's simple cell was sparsely furnished, with only a narrow bed and a small desk for writing.
- In the monastery's garden, the monk tended to the vegetables and herbs that would be used in the community's meals.
- The abbot, a wise and compassionate monk, offered guidance and counsel to the younger brothers in the monastery.