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Synonyms for abbess

Grammar : Noun
Spell : ab-is
Phonetic Transcription : ˈæb ɪs

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Définition of abbess

Origin :
  • c.1300, abbese, from Old French abbesse, from Late Latin abbatissa, fem. of abbas (see abbot). Replaced earlier abbotess.
  • As in nun : noun woman in religious order
  • As in mother superior : noun head nun
  • As in prelate : noun priest
Example sentences :
  • The Abbess suddenly emerged from the gloom, and was standing in their midst.
  • Extract from : « Casanova's Homecoming » by Arthur Schnitzler
  • But when Marcolina wished to kiss her hand, the Abbess gathered the girl in her arms.
  • Extract from : « Casanova's Homecoming » by Arthur Schnitzler
  • The abbess will bring her answers to me, and I will pass them on to you.
  • Extract from : « The Memoires of Casanova, Complete » by Jacques Casanova de Seingalt
  • I had to tell the abbess the lady's name, but not yours as she did not require it.
  • Extract from : « The Memoires of Casanova, Complete » by Jacques Casanova de Seingalt
  • I hope you have the wit to laugh at the abbess's silly excommunications?
  • Extract from : « The Memoires of Casanova, Complete » by Jacques Casanova de Seingalt
  • Can any particulars be given of the abbess, monastery, and town mentioned?
  • Extract from : « Notes and Queries, Number 182, April 23, 1853 » by Various
  • There is no staff or other symbol to show that the lady was an abbess.
  • Extract from : « Bell's Cathedrals: A Short Account of Romsey Abbey » by Thomas Perkins
  • Where the abbess of Agreda wanders, he alone remains vigorous and clear.
  • Extract from : « En Route » by J.-K. (Joris-Karl) Huysmans
  • “They will not, if I tell the Abbess that thou art a new convert,” said Bruno.
  • Extract from : « Earl Hubert's Daughter » by Emily Sarah Holt
  • May he speak with any of the sisters other than the abbess, on matters of faith?
  • Extract from : « Early Double Monasteries » by Constance Stoney

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