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    Dom (en. Dom)

    dɔm

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    Honorific title for a monk in certain religious orders.
    He is known by the name Dom Jean.
    Il est connu sous le nom de Dom Jean.
    A term used to designate a spiritual authority in the context of monasticism.
    The Dom of the abbey spoke during the ceremony.
    Le Dom de l'abbaye a pris la parole lors de la cérémonie.
    Familiar designation for a monk or a priest.
    The faithful greatly respect the Dom of their parish.
    Les fidèles respectent beaucoup le Dom de leur paroisse.

    Etymology

    Comes from the Latin 'dominus', which means 'lord' or 'master'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    dom of the abbey
    Refers to the head of an abbey.
    dom de l'abbaye
    Dom Jean
    A specific title used to designate a renowned monk.
    Dom Jean
    respect the Dom
    To express respect for a monk or a priest.
    respecter le Dom

    Related Words

    abbot
    Head of an abbey or a monastery.
    abbé
    monk
    A man who has chosen to live in a monastery.
    moine
    priest
    A member of the clergy qualified to administer the sacraments.
    prêtre

    Slang Meanings

    Used affectionately to refer to a monk.
    Everyone loves Dom, he is a true sage.
    Tout le monde aime Dom, c'est un vrai sage.
    Sometimes used humorously to designate an authority in a group.
    He acts like a dom when giving advice.
    Il agit comme un dom quand il donne des conseils.