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Vocabulary Entry
monk
|noun • verb
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N
noun
A member of a religious community of men typically living under vows of poverty, chastity, and obedience.
Example Sentences
"The monk spent many hours in meditation each day."
"In the monastery, the monk followed a strict daily routine."
"Visitors often came to seek the monk’s wisdom."
V
verb
To live as a monk or to conduct oneself in a monk-like manner.
Example Sentences
"After his travels, he decided to monk in the mountains for a year."
"She chose to monk and dedicated her life to quiet reflection."
"They planned to monk together in solitude at the retreat."