Convent

/ˈkɒnvənt/

Meaning & Definition

noun

A community of nuns living under religious vows.

After much contemplation, she decided to dedicate her life to prayer and joined a convent.

A building or complex where such a community lives.

The old convent on the hill has been renovated into a beautiful retreat center.

verb

To assemble or convene, especially for a formal meeting.

The council will convent next week to discuss the new policies.

Late Latin 'conventus', meaning 'a coming together'.

come to terms with the convent

to reach an understanding or agreement with the rules and life of the convent.

convent school

a school run by a religious convent, often for girls.

nun

A woman who has taken vows to live a life of religious devotion.

religious order

A community of individuals who live under a set of religious rules.

To attend a convent for those exploring spirituality.

She's been thinking about going to the convent for a while now.