What is another word for Augustinian Hermits?

Pronunciation: [ˌɔːɡəstˈɪni͡ən hˈɜːmɪts] (IPA)

The Augustinian Hermits were a community of monks who lived according to the rule of St. Augustine of Hippo. They were known for their devotion to contemplative prayer, communal living, and service to others. In addition to Augustinian Hermits, this order has been referred to as the Eremitical Order of St. Augustine, the Order of Hermits of St. Augustine, or simply the Augustinian friars. Other synonyms include the Augustinians, the Austin friars, and the Order of Saint Augustine. These names all refer to the same group of religious men, who continue to live and serve in many parts of the world today.

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What are the hypernyms for Augustinian hermits?

A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.
  • Other hypernyms:

    women, religious communities, mendicant orders, monastic orders, religious orders, Roman Catholic societies, orders of holy men, religious organizations.

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