Definitions
There are 3 meanings of the word
Tonsure.
Tonsure - as a noun
The shaved crown of a monk's or priest's head
Shaving the crown of the head by priests or members of a monastic order
Tonsure - as a verb
Shave the head of a newly inducted monk
Example Sentences
"In some religious traditions, a monastic tonsure is a symbol of renunciation and detachment from worldly possessions."
"The young novice was nervous as the elder monk approached him with the sharp razor to perform his tonsure."
"During the ceremony, the candidate's hair was shorn off completely, leaving only a small tonsure on the scalp."
"In medieval Europe, a tonsure was often a distinctive haircut worn by monks and priests."
"The shape and style of the tonsure varied among different religious orders."
Word Game Points
Is TONSURE a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, tonsure is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
TONSURE has a SCRABBLE points total of 7.
Is TONSURE a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, tonsure is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordTONSURE has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 9.
Is TONSURE a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, tonsure is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordTONSURE has a WORDFEUD points total of 8.
