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Abbeys

Scope note

Designates independent and canonically erected monasteries, ruled by an abbot if occupied by monks and by an abbess if occupied by nuns.

Term type

AAT

Getty AAT term number

3000642

Broader Terms used

monasteries

Equivalent Terms used

abbey

Created

13yrs ago

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