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MONK

(noun, verb)

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There are 7 meanings of the word Monk.

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Monk - as a noun

A male religious living in a cloister and devoting himself to contemplation and prayer and work

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
monastic
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
religious
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

United states jazz pianist who was one of the founders of the bebop style (1917-1982)

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
thelonious monkthelonious sphere monk

Monk - as a verb

To be a monk.

To act like a monk; especially to be contemplative.

To monkey or meddle; to behave in a manner that is not systematic.

To be intoxicated or confused.

To be attached in a way that sticks out.

Example Sentences

"The monk spent his days in prayer and contemplation."
"The Buddhist monk renounced all worldly possessions."
"The medieval monk copied manuscripts by hand."
"The monk took a vow of silence."
"The Zen monk meditated in utter stillness."
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Word Game Points

Is MONK a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, monk is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

MONK has a SCRABBLE points total of 10.

Is MONK a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, monk is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
MONK has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 12.

Is MONK a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, monk is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
MONK has a WORDFEUD points total of 10.

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