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Uncommonconvent
The correct spelling is convent.
How to pronounce convent
/ˈkɒn.vənt/
nounIPA: /ˈkɒn.vənt/
Say it like: Con-ven-t
The correct spelling is convent. A religious community whose members (especially nuns) live under strict observation of religious rules and self-imposed vows.
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Meanings
noun
- 1.A religious community whose members (especially nuns) live under strict observation of religious rules and self-imposed vows.
- 2.The buildings and pertaining surroundings in which such a community lives.
- 3.A Christian school.
- 4.A gathering of people lasting several days for the purpose of discussing or working on topics previously selected.
- 5.A coming together; a meeting.
verb
- 1.To call before a judge or judicature; to summon; to convene.
- 2.To meet together; to concur.
- 3.To be convenient; to serve.
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