Definitions

1. noun

A building or group of buildings that are part of a monastery or convent, typically surrounded by a garden or courtyard.

“The monks would often walk in the cloister during meditation, surrounded by the peaceful sounds of nature.”

2. noun

A covered walk or passage, often lined with cloisters, in a large building such as a college or a hospital.

“The hospital had a beautiful cloister where patients could walk and enjoy the fresh air.”

3. verb

To shut in or confine, especially in a quiet or secluded place.

“The teacher wanted to cloister the children in the library so they could focus on their studies.”