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cistercian

/sɪˈstɜː.ʃən/

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noun

/sɪˈstɜː.ʃən/C2formal
  • ruСуществительное, обозначающее члена монашеского ордена, известного строгим соблюдением аскезы и обетом молчания.

A noun referring to a member of a monastic order known for its strict observance of austerity and a vow of silence.

proper noun

  1. Member of a monastic orderC1formal

    A member of a Catholic religious order of monks and nuns that follows the Rule of Saint Benedict, known for its strict observance, austerity, and emphasis on manual labor and silence.

    ruЧлен монашеского ордена

    • The Cistercians built their abbey in a remote valley.
    • He joined the Cistercians to live a life of prayer and work.
    • Cistercians are known for their simple lifestyle and beautiful Gregorian chants.
Forms
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