NYT Midi Crossword · 1-Across · 5 letters
Leader of a monastery NYT Midi Crossword clue
Editorially reviewed September 2, 2026
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Meaning cue
Use the five-letter title for the male head of an abbey.
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ABBOT is the five-letter title for a monastery's male leader. The clue requests the office, not a personal name.
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The institution and leadership role identify a specific religious title.
Answer meaning
An abbot is the male head of an abbey or monastery.
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1-Across in NYT Midi Crossword puzzle for September 2, 2026.
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