monastery
/ˈmɒnəstɹi/
Proposed by a contributor, not yet supported by evidence.
Also seen as: monasteries
Meaning · English
A residence for monks or others who have taken religious vows.
Noun
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “monastery” mean?
A residence for monks or others who have taken religious vows.
Is “monastery” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.