idiorhythmic

English

Etymology

From idio- +‎ rhythmic from Ancient Greek

Adjective

idiorhythmic (comparative more idiorhythmic, superlative most idiorhythmic)

  1. Having its own rhythm or style.
    St. Stergos was an idiorhythmic monk.

Usage notes

Used especially in the Eastern Christian churches, of monks or hermits who live by themselves instead of in a monastery or community.

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