Monastic
Monastic , noun
A monk.
Monastic , adjective
[Greek {not transcribed} monk: compare French monastique. See Monastery.]
1.
Of or pertaining to monasteries, or to their occupants, rules, etc., as, monastic institutions or rules.
2.
Secluded from temporal concerns and devoted to religion; recluse.
A life monastic.
Also: Monastical