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  1. Abbey - Wikipedia

    An abbey is a type of monastery used by members of a religious order under the governance of an abbot or abbess. Abbeys provide a complex of buildings and land for religious activities, work, and …

  2. ABBEY Definition & Meaning - Merriam-Webster

    The meaning of ABBEY is a monastery ruled by an abbot. How to use abbey in a sentence.

  3. Abbey | Definition, History, Arrangement, & Examples | Britannica

    Abbey, group of buildings housing a monastery or convent, centered on an abbey church or cathedral, and under the direction of an abbot or abbess. In this sense, an abbey consists of a complex of …

  4. The Layout of a Medieval Abbey - World History Encyclopedia

    Oct 10, 2023 · A large medieval abbey had over 450 monks, but a more typical abbey had around 100 permanent inhabitants. The main idea of monasticism was that life in a place of quiet and relative …

  5. The Norbertines | Welcome to St. Norbert Abbey

    Mission We live the Gospel of Jesus Christ in the traditions of Saints Norbert and Augustine. We live a common life “one in mind and heart on the way to God” through celebration of the Eucharist, liturgical …

  6. Home | Abbey Credit Union

    Unbank yourself Established in 1937 and 14,000 Members strong. Abbey Credit Union is a not-for-profit financial cooperative, which means when you open an account, you’re not just a member, you’re an …

  7. ABBEY | English meaning - Cambridge Dictionary

    ABBEY definition: 1. a building where monks or nuns live or used to live. Some abbeys are now used as churches: 2. a…. Learn more.

  8. Abbey - New World Encyclopedia

    An abbey (from Latin abbatia, derived from Syriac abba, "father"), is a Christian monastery or convent, under the government of an abbot or an abbess, who serves as the spiritual father or mother of the …

  9. Abbey - definition of abbey by The Free Dictionary

    ab•bey (ˈæb i) n., pl. -beys. 1. a monastery under the supervision of an abbot or a convent under the supervision of an abbess. 2. the church of an abbey.

  10. abbey - Wiktionary, the free dictionary

    2 days ago · Noun abbey (plural abbeyes) An abbey (a building or monastic institution). The church located inside a monastery. (rare) Abbotship; abbacy.