PREBENDARY


Meaning of PREBENDARY in English

ˈprebənˌderē noun

( -es )

Etymology: Medieval Latin praebendarius, from praebenda prebend + Latin -arius -ary

1.

a. : a member of a cathedral or collegiate church chapter receiving a prebend in consideration for his officiating at stated times in the church

b. : an honorary canon in the Church of England with the title but not the emoluments of a prebend

2. obsolete : a prebendary's benefice or office : prebend

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