1. Plural of hegumeny; the office, rank, or authority of a hegumen (the superior of a monastery in Eastern Orthodox Christianity).
Usage: religious; Eastern Orthodox context; formal
2. Plural of hegumeny; monasteries or communities governed by a hegumen.
Usage: religious; Eastern Orthodox context

Examples

• The hegumenies of Mount Athos maintain centuries-old traditions.
• Several hegumenies in Greece have become pilgrimage destinations.
• The bishop oversaw multiple hegumenies within his diocese.
• Ancient hegumenies played a crucial role in preserving Orthodox theology.
• Modern hegumenies continue to follow monastic rules established in medieval times.