What does prebend mean?
A prebend is a type of ecclesiastical benefice, typically a portion of the income of a church or cathedral, given to a clergyman in addition to his stipend. It can also refer to a share or portion of something.
Example
"The bishop granted the priest a prebend of the church's income to support his living."
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