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Tonsure (Noun)

Shaving the crown of the head by priests or members of a monastic order.

Nouns denoting acts or actions.

As part of their initiation ceremony, the new monks underwent a ritual tonsure, shaving the crown of their heads as a symbol of their devotion.
The young priest nervously anticipated his tonsure, a tradition in his order that marked his commitment to a life of spiritual service.
After the tonsure, the novices' freshly shaved crowns felt exposed to the cool air, a reminder of their new role within the community.
Tonsure was an ancient practice among the monastic brothers, a sign of humility and renunciation that they observed for centuries.
The abbot carefully performed the tonsure, using a sharp razor to shave a circular patch on the young monk's scalp, marking the beginning of his new life.