Cloister contingent Crossword Clue

The crossword clue "Cloister contingent" with the answer "NUNS" refers to a group of women belonging to a religious order who typically live in seclusion within a monastery or convent, which is often referred to as a cloister. Nuns dedicate themselves to religious life, observing vows of chastity, poverty, and obedience. They engage in prayer, contemplation, and various forms of community service and religious activities as part of their spiritual commitment within the cloistered environment.