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monks

[/mʌŋks/]
nounmasculinepl: monks
monges
1. Members of a religious community of men who have taken vows and live according to a monastic rule
The monks spent their days in prayer and contemplation.
Os monges passavam seus dias em oração e contemplação.
2. Men who have dedicated their lives to religious service, often living in monasteries
Buddhist monks wear orange robes.
Os monges budistas usam vestes laranjas.
Synonyms
friarsbrothersclerics
Antonyms
laymenseculars

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
monges
Standard usage across Brazil
Rio de Janeiro
monges
Standard usage
São Paulo
monges
Standard usage
Portugal
monges
Standard usage in Portugal

Related Idioms & Phrases

a monk's life - vida monástica
like a monk - como um monge (solitário e dedicado)
monkey monks - brincadeira com palavras (sem idioma próprio)
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