Abbot's Priory

1.
British Englishhistorical usageformalarchaichistorical
- A priory associated with, governed by, or subordinate to an abbot or an abbey; a monastic house of religious residence and administration.
- A specific ecclesiastical establishment historically owned by or answerable to an abbot.
2.
British Englishwidespread Englishliteraryfigurative
- A secluded, quiet place of retreat or refuge, especially one with religious or contemplative connotations.
- A metaphorical designation for an insular institution or enclave that is self-contained and governed by its own rules.

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