abbot
/'æbət/
Definition
- Noun:
- The superior of an abbey of monks: An abbot is the man who is the head or superior of a monastery (an abbey) for monks. He holds a position of authority and spiritual leadership within the community.
Usage
- The word "abbot" is a countable noun. It is used to refer to the specific person holding this leadership role.
- It is typically preceded by the definite article "the" when referring to a specific individual (e.g., ), or by an indefinite article when referring to the role in general (e.g., ).
Examples
- The abbot led the morning prayers in the chapel.
- After many years of service, Brother Martin was elected abbot.
- We sought guidance from the abbot of the local monastery.
Advanced Usage
- "Abbot nullius" or "Abbot ordinary": A title for an abbot who has quasi-episcopal authority over a territory not part of a diocese.
- "Abbot primate": The head of a confederation of monastic congregations.
- The feminine equivalent of an abbot is an abbess, who leads a community of nuns.
Variants and Related Words
- Abbacy (n): The office, term, or jurisdiction of an abbot.
- He served his abbacy with great wisdom.
- Abbatial (adj): Of or relating to an abbot, abbess, or abbey.
- The abbatial blessings were given to the new members.
Synonyms
- Superior: The head of a religious community.
- Father superior: Another term for the head of a monastery or religious order for men.
Idioms and Phrases
- "To be received by the abbot": An idiom meaning to be welcomed or given an audience by someone in a high position of authority within a closed community.
Noun
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the superior of an abbey of monks
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