monastery
monastery, local community or residence of a religious order, particularly an order of monks. See abbey; monasticism.
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Article Title:
monastery
Website Name:
Encyclopaedia Britannica
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Encyclopaedia Britannica, Inc.
Date Published:
03 May 2025
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November 13, 2026