Definitions

1. noun

A member of a Christian monastic order founded by Robert of Molesme in 1098 and characterized by a return to the Rule of Saint Benedict.

“The cistercian monastery stood as a testament to the ingenuity and craftsmanship of the medieval monks.”

2. adjective

Relating to or characteristic of the Cistercians or their order.

“The cistercian architecture was a hallmark of the monastery’s design.”

3. proper noun

A specific Cistercian monastery or location.

“The Cistercian abbey in France was famous for its stunning stained glass windows.”