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Trappist

adj, noun

Definitions

Adjective
  1. 1
    Of or relating to this monastic order. not-comparable
Noun
  1. 1
    A monk or nun of the Order of Cistercians of the Strict Observance (a branch of the Cistercians Roman Catholic religious brotherhood that use a particularly strict interpretation of the Rule of St Benedict).
  2. 2
    member of an order of monks noted for austerity and a vow of silence wordnet

Etymology

Etymology 1

From French trappiste, from La Trappe Abbey, the monastery where the order was originated.

Etymology 2

From French trappiste, from La Trappe Abbey, the monastery where the order was originated.

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