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Conventual

Description:

Conventual is an adjective that refers to something relating to a convent, a community of religious individuals, usually women, living under vows of poverty, chastity, and obedience.

Senses:

1. Relating to a convent: Describing anything associated with or typical of a convent. Example: She joined the order to lead a conventual life.
2. Relating to a monastery: Referring to anything associated with or typical of a monastery. Example: The monk's clothing and lifestyle were conventual.

Usages:

Popular Usage:

In popular usage, "conventual" is often used to describe something related to or resembling the lifestyle or practices of a convent.

Example Sentence: The bakery's bread is made following a conventual recipe handed down through generations.

Local Usage:

In local contexts, "conventual" may be used to describe something related to or resembling the lifestyle or practices of a specific convent or monastery in a particular area.

Example Sentence: The local community takes great pride in their conventual traditions during the annual religious festival.