prioress

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Noun prioress has 1 sense

abbess, mother superior, prioress - the superior of a group of nuns
--₁ is a kind of superior
--₁ has particulars:
Bridget, Saint Bridget, St. Bridget, Brigid, Saint Brigid, St. Brigid, Bride, Saint Bride, St. Bride; Heloise

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Prioress

Definition:

A prioress is a woman who is the head of a priory or convent, typically belonging to a religious order.

Usage:

Noun:

She was elected as the prioress of the convent after years of dedicated service.
The prioress led the daily prayers and guided the sisters in their spiritual journey.

Senses:

Priest title:

In some religious traditions, a prioress may also hold the title of a priestess.
The prioress solemnly performed the sacraments during the holy Mass.

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