refectory
a dining hall in a religious house, a college, or other institution.
Origin of refectory
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How to use refectory in a sentence
The elder Weedham took his place at the head of a long refectory table about which were seated six men.
He purchased there the old Blackfriars refectory for £600, and then at great expense made the refectory into a playhouse.
Shakespearean Playhouses | Joseph Quincy AdamsFrom time to time nuns and novices pass across the stage to the left, on their way to the refectory.
Fifty Contemporary One-Act Plays | VariousThey gave thanks, and prayed before and after eating; and ere they entered the refectory bathed in pure water.
Ancient Faiths And Modern | Thomas InmanDelia rises, goes to table and picks up water carafe which she replaces on refectory table up L.
Belinda | A. A. Milne
British Dictionary definitions for refectory
/ (rɪˈfɛktərɪ, -trɪ) /
a communal dining hall in a religious, academic, or other institution
Origin of refectory
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