monk
Translation
monk
Examples
The monk lived a simple life.
The monk lived a simple life.
He decided to become a monk.
He decided to become a monk.
Grammar Patterns
((a/the monk)) a member of a religious community of men A monk meditated in the temple.
((to become a monk)) the act of joining a monastery He left his old life to become a monk.
Similar Words
Synonyms: friar, hermit; Antonyms: layman
Etymology
From Old English 'munuc', from Late Latin 'monachus', from Greek 'monakhos' meaning 'solitary', from 'monos' (alone).
Memory Tips
Think of 'mono' meaning 'one' or 'alone'. A monk often lives a solitary life.