abbeys

[ˈæb.i]

abbeys Definition

a building or group of buildings where monks or nuns live, work, and worship in the Christian religion.

Using abbeys: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "abbeys" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

• Example

  The ruins of the abbey are open to visitors.

• Example

  She spent a week at the abbey, meditating and praying.

• Example

  The monks at the abbey make their own beer.

abbeys Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for abbeys

• monastery
• cloister
• priory
• convent

Phrases with abbeys

• abbey church

  the main church building of an abbey

  Example

  The abbey church was built in the 12th century.

• abbey ruins

  the remains of an abbey that has been destroyed or partially destroyed

  Example

  The abbey ruins are a popular tourist attraction.

• abbey school

  a school that is part of an abbey or monastery

  Example

  The abbey school has been educating children for over 500 years.

Origins of abbeys

from Old French 'abaïe', from Late Latin 'abbatia', from Latin 'abbas'

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Summary: abbeys in Brief

'Abbeys' [ˈæb.i] are buildings or groups of buildings where monks or nuns live, work, and worship in the Christian religion. They can be found all over the world and are often open to visitors. Phrases like 'abbey church' and 'abbey ruins' refer to specific parts of an abbey. 'Abbey school' is a school that is part of an abbey or monastery.