semimonastic
Having certain monastic aspectsHaving certain monastic aspects.
/ˌsɛmiməˈnæstɪk/
Meaning
1 senses(not comparable)Having certain monastic aspects.
The Beghards lived in semimonastic communities, without taking formal vows.
Origin
From semi- + monastic.From semi- + monastic.
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