Definitions
from The Century Dictionary.
- noun Same as fraiter.
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Examples
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Beneath the fratry is a very fine Decorated crypt, with a groined roof.
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West of the fratry was the prior's lodging (now the deanery).
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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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The late Mr. Street very carefully restored the fratry in
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West of the dormitory, and parallel with the nave, was the fratry; adjoining the east end of which, and stretching to the south-east, were the domestic offices.
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The destruction which has left standing only the fratry, the prior's lodging, and the gate tower (1528), was the act of the Parliamentary troops and their
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