Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
chapter-house
noun
/ˈtʃæptər haʊs/
Definition
A building used by a religious community, especially a group of monks or canons, for meetings and other communal activities.
Examples
- The monks gathered in the chapter-house to plan their upcoming festival.
- In medieval times, the chapter-house was often an ornately decorated space.
- Visitors to the abbey are often intrigued by the history of the chapter-house.
Meaning
Chapter-house refers to a space where members of a religious order convene for discussions, decision-making, and administrative purposes.
Synonyms
- assembly room
- meeting house
- convent
