Abbacy
Pronunciation: (ab-uh-see)
noun
Abbacy is a term that refers to the office or jurisdiction of an abbot or abbess. It can also mean the time during which a person holds the position of an abbot or abbess. The word is derived from the Latin word “abbatia” which means “abbey”.
Nearby Words:
- Abbess – (noun) a woman who is the superior of a convent of nuns.
- Abbot – (noun) a man who is the superior of an abbey of monks.
- Abbey – (noun) a building or complex of buildings used by a community of monks or nuns.
- Abbatial – (adjective) relating to an abbot or abbess.
- Abbatiality – (noun) the state or office of an abbot or abbess.
Synonyms:
- Monastery
- Convent
- Priory
- Cloister
- Friary
Antonyms:
- Secular
- Laity
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