refectory
1 synonym for refectory, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A dining hall, especially one in an institution such as a college or monastery.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
dining hall
How to use refectory
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
college refectory
monastery refectory
school refectory
refectory table
It is a slightly formal word, used mostly for colleges and religious houses.
Etymology
Came into English through Middle English refectori from Late Latin refectorium. That in turn comes from Latin reficere, meaning to remake or rebuild.
Full origin of refectory →Frequently asked questions
What is a refectory?
A refectory is a dining hall, especially in an institution such as a college or monastery.
How do you pronounce refectory?
It is pronounced rih-FEK-tuh-ree, with the stress on the second syllable.
What is the plural of refectory?
The plural is refectories.
