abbess
Pronunciation
/ˈæbɛs/

Definition & Meaning of "abbess"in English

Abbess
01

the female head of an abbey, convent, or other religious houses of nuns

Grammatical Information
Animacy status
Human
Composition
Compound
Countable
Plural form
abbesses
Examples
We elected Sister Margaret as our new abbess, recognizing her leadership qualities and dedication to the community.
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