Demonestery

/ˌdɛˈmɑnəsteri/ noun

Definition

A monastery associated with demons or supernatural beings; a rare or archaic term for a place thought to be inhabited by demonic forces.

Etymology

From 'demon' + 'monastery,' combining the prefix 'demo-' (demon) with the ecclesiastical term 'monastery.' This is an extremely rare compound likely used in medieval or fantastical literature.

Kelly Says

This word is so obscure it barely appears in English except in fantasy fiction and historical accounts of places people thought were cursed—it's the kind of word that proves English can combine any roots to express any idea.

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