orarium

/ɔˈrɑriʊm/ or /ɔˈrɑriʊm/

Definitions

1. noun

A private oratory or chapel, especially in a medieval monastery.

“The monks would often spend hours in the orarium, praying and contemplating their faith.”

2. noun

A small room or space used for private prayer or devotion.

“She would retire to her orarium each morning to meditate and set her intentions for the day.”

Synonyms

  • chapel
  • oratory

Antonyms

  • public area
  • secular space