Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

nunn

noun
/nĘŚn/
Definition
A member of a religious community of women considered a bride of Christ.
Examples
  • She decided to become a nunn after exploring her spiritual path.
  • The nunns in the convent spent their days in prayer and service.
  • Many nunns contribute to the community through charity work.
Meaning
In a religious context, a nun is a woman who has taken solemn vows to dedicate her life to the service of God and the Church, often living in a convent or monastery.
Synonyms
  • cloistered woman
  • religious sister
  • female monk