priory

noun

priory

noun

/ˈpɹaɪəɹ.i/ · /ˈpɹaɪ.əɹ.i/

Etymology From Anglo-Norman priorie.

1

A monastery or convent governed by a prior or prioress.

Derived terms
alien priory
Related terms
prior, prioress, priorate, priorship

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