Meaning
refectory, canteen
- a communal dining hall, especially in a convent, monastery, boarding school, or seminary
In a sentence
I monaci consumano i pasti in silenzio nel refettorio.
The monks have their meals in silence in the refectory.
Il refettorio dell'antico convento ospita un magnifico affresco.
The refectory of the old convent houses a magnificent fresco.
Gli studenti si radunarono tutti nel refettorio prima di pranzo.
The students all gathered in the dining hall before lunch.
Word forms (2)
| Word | Word forms |
|---|---|
| refettorio | masculine · singular |
| refettori | masculine · plural |
Usage notes
- Commonly associated with monasteries or traditional schools; modern cafeterias are usually called 'mensa'.