seminary

• Nom désignant un établissement d'enseignement, en particulier une école privée pour jeunes élèves ou une école de théologie formant le clergé, comme les prêtres, pasteurs ou rabbins.

A noun referring to an educational institution, specifically a private school for young students or a theological school for training clergy such as ministers, priests, or rabbis.

1. Educational institution for young peopleB2formal

   A private school or academy, especially one for young people, often with a focus on moral or religious education.

   séminaire (éducation)

   • The old seminary was known for its strict discipline and classical curriculum.
   • She attended a prestigious seminary for girls in the countryside.
   • The seminary offered courses in literature, history, and philosophy.

   Synonymesacademyboarding schoolcollegeinstitutepreparatory schoolschool

2. Theological schoolB2formal

   A specialized institution for training individuals for religious leadership, such as ministers, priests, or rabbis.

   séminaire (institution de formation religieuse)

   • He decided to enroll in a seminary to become a priest.
   • The seminary provides rigorous training in theology and pastoral care.
   • Many rabbis complete their studies at a Jewish seminary.