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Abbey
Noun:
- A religious building used by monks or nuns.
Sample Sentences:
- She decided to visit the ancient abbey in the countryside.
- The monks at the abbey devoted their lives to prayer and contemplation.
Noun:
- A monastery or convent headed by an abbot or abbess.
Sample Sentences:
- The former actress left her successful career and became an abbess at a remote abbey.
- The abbot concentrated on the growth and well-being of the abbey under his leadership.
Noun:
- A church or building associated with an abbey, often used as a suffix in place names.
Sample Sentences:
- The village abbey was a significant landmark in the small town.
- The tour guide explained the historical importance of the abbey in the region.
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