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priory
Definitions
1
noun
A
priory
is
a
religious
house
governed
by
a
prior
or
prioress
,
often
subordinate
to
an
abbey
.
The
monks
lived
in
a
secluded
priory
deep
in
the
countryside
.
The
priory
was
known
for
its
beautiful
gardens
and
peaceful
atmosphere
.
She
visited
the
ancient
priory
during
her
trip
to
the
historical
town
.
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Language
Latin
Original word
prioria
Word parts
prior (first, superior) + -ia (place)
Originally meant
a place governed by a prior
Background
The term 'priory' comes from the Latin 'prioria', meaning a place governed by a prior. It was used in medieval times to describe a monastery or convent that was often subordinate to an abbey.