Convent: meaning, definitions and examples

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convent

 

[ หˆkษ’nvษ™nt ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

religious building

A convent is a community of nuns living together under religious vows. They typically exist within the confines of a building or complex dedicated to this purpose. Convents serve not only as residences but also as places for spiritual reflection and religious activities. The term is often associated with the Catholic Church, where it plays a significant role in the lives of women dedicated to a religious vocation.

Synonyms

abbey, monastery, nunnery

Examples of usage

  • She spent years working at the convent.
  • The convent offered retreats for those seeking peace.
  • Many choose to visit the convent for spiritual guidance.

Translations

Translations of the word "convent" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น convento

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคฎเค 

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Kloster

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ biara

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะผะพะฝะฐัั‚ะธั€

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ klasztor

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ไฟฎ้“้™ข

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท couvent

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ convento

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท manastฤฑr

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์ˆ˜๋„์›

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุฏูŠุฑ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ klรกลกter

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ klรกลกtor

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ไฟฎ้“้™ข

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ samostan

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ klaustur

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะผะพะฝะฐัั‚ั‹ั€ัŒ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ›แƒแƒœแƒแƒกแƒขแƒ”แƒ แƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ monastฤฑr

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ convento

Etymology

The word 'convent' originates from the Latin 'conventus', which means 'assembly' or 'coming together'. It is derived from the verb 'convenire', meaning 'to come together'. The term entered Middle English in the 13th century, referring specifically to a community of monks or nuns who have taken vows of poverty, chastity, and obedience. Over time, the usage of the word has evolved to predominantly refer to the dwelling of nuns. In various religious traditions, the concept of a convent reflects the values of communal living dedicated to worship, service, and a life removed from worldly distractions. Historically, convents have also been centers of education, healthcare, and charitable work, playing an important role in the social fabric of their communities.

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