priory
/ˈpraɪəri/
noun
- A religious house or community, typically for monks or nuns, that is governed by a prior or prioress and is often smaller or less important than an abbey.
- The ruins of the old priory are now a popular tourist attraction.
- She decided to spend a week at a quiet priory in the countryside for reflection.
- The medieval priory was built on a hill overlooking the river.