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monk
Noun

Definitions

  1. 1. monk
  2. 2. priest
  3. 3. sangha (the Buddhist community)
  4. 4. Sangha
A Buddhist monk or priest who has taken religious vows. The word is used in historical, literary, and religious contexts, and you may encounter it in stories or texts involving temples and Buddhist practice.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

"Live like a monk? No thanks!" I laughed.

Sentence 2

I put on a tough front, but honestly I'd love to have that calm a monk has.

Sentence 3

Please dress respectfully when meeting the monk.

Sentence 4

On my way back from the convenience store, I was surprised to see a monk riding a bike.

Sentence 5

Standing in the kitchen, I muttered "it'd be nice to be as free of desire as a monk."