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abbey

/æbi/ noun · British & US
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What does abbey mean?

noun

A monastery or a large, self-contained group of buildings housing a monastery, often with a church and other facilities. A large, stately house, especially one that was once a monastery.

Example

"The abbey was a beautiful example of medieval architecture, with intricate stone carvings and stunning stained glass windows."

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