kɒnəbaɪt, kɜːnɒbaɪt

Definitions

1. noun

A member of a Christian community that lives a communal and ascetic life, typically in a monastery or convent.

“The coenobites of the ancient monastery were known for their spiritual discipline and selflessness.”

2. noun

A type of monastic community in which members live and work together in a shared space.

“The monastery was a thriving coenobe where monks and nuns lived and worked in harmony.”