The collective body of persons subject to any particular authority.
A written instruction from the superior of an order to those under him.
Any official position under an abbot's jurisdiction.
The quality of being obedient.
The portion of a team dedicated to scoring when in position to do so; contrasted with defense.
A strategy and tactics employed when in position to score; contrasted with defense.
An affront, injury, or insult.
A crime or sin.
The state of being offended or displeased; anger; displeasure.