sangh

/ˈsɑːŋ/ or /ˈsæŋ/

Definitions

1. noun

a large organization of Buddhist monks or nuns, especially in Theravada tradition

“The sangh at the temple organized a charity event for the local community.”

2. noun

a collective body of people, especially monks, nuns, or laypeople, united by a common spiritual goal

“The sangh came together to pray for the well-being of the community.”

Synonyms

  • community
  • organization

Antonyms

  • division
  • separation