Definition & Meaning of "abbess"in English

Abbess

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

Grammatical Information

Animacy status

Human

Composition

Compound

Countable

singular

gender specific

Plural form

abbesses

Masculine Singular

abbot

Female Singular

abbess

neutral form

monastic superior

Examples

We elected Sister Margaret as our new abbess, recognizing her leadership qualities and dedication to the community.

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