preceptories
/prɪˈsɛptəriz/
noun
- Plural of preceptory; historical estates or communities under the authority of a preceptor, especially in the Knights Templar or other religious orders.
- The ruins of several preceptories can still be visited in England and France.
- The Knights Templar established preceptories across Europe to manage their lands and resources.
- Many medieval preceptories served as training centers for new knights.
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