Convent
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈkɒn.vɛnt/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Convent is a noun meaning A religious community whose members live under strict observation of religious rules and self-imposed vows.
Meaning
A religious community whose members live under strict observation of religious rules and self-imposed vows.
More Meanings
- The buildings and pertaining surroundings in which such a community lives.
- (India) A Christian school.
- A gathering of people lasting several days for the purpose of discussing or working on topics previously selected.
- A coming together; a meeting.
- (obsolete) To call before a judge or judicature; to summon; to convene.
- (obsolete) To meet together; to concur.
- (obsolete) To be convenient; to serve.
Example Sentences
Near-synonym: abbey
We convent nought else but woes
When that is known and golden time convents.
Tomorrow morning to the Council board He be convented.
Word Forms
- convents
- conventing
- convented
Synonyms for convent
Depending on context, synonyms include abbey.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include cloister, nun, nunnery, monastery, abbey, convention.
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