NYT Dictionary

PRIORY

/ˈpɹaɪəɹ.i/
NounPRI-or-ypri-or-y · 3 syllablesGrade 12

Accepted in official NYT Spelling Bee puzzle years: 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2024, 2026

Meaning

A monastery or convent governed by a prior or prioress.

Etymology

Origin: French

From Anglo-Norman priorie.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Synonyms

cloisterhouse

NYT Puzzle Appearances

Accepted in 4 recorded puzzles:

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