Definitions
from The Century Dictionary.
- noun Same as
refectioner .
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Examples
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An active life succeeded the quiet of the noviceship; she was infirmarian, refectorian, portress, but her humble virtues shown the more brilliantly; children, strangers, as well as her superiors and her sisters, felt her hidden sanctity.
The Catholic Encyclopedia, Volume 9: Laprade-Mass Liturgy 1840-1916 1913
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The refectorian had charge of the refectory, or "fratry," keeping it clean, supplied with cloths, napkins, jugs, and dishes, and superintended the laying of the tables.
The Catholic Encyclopedia, Volume 1: Aachen-Assize 1840-1916 1913
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+ (4) The refectorian, who had charge of the frater, or refectory and its furniture, including such things as crockery, cloths, dishes, spoons, forks, etc.
The Catholic Encyclopedia, Volume 11: New Mexico-Philip 1840-1916 1913
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