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benefice

noun

/ˈbɛnɪfɪs/

Meaning

a permanent church appointment for which property and income are provided

The bishop appointed him to a wealthy benefice.

church office, living, endowment, clerical post

lay position, unemployment

hold a benefice, grant a benefice, wealthy benefice

an entry recording an amount owed; money taken from a bank account

a type of rock salt with a distinctive sulfuric flavor, commonly used in Indian cuisine

Long-term changes in global temperature and weather patterns affecting ecosystems.

A worker of miracles or magician.

a viscous liquid derived from plants or animals, used for cooking, lubrication, or fuel

a change that is a result or consequence of an action or other cause