Definitions

1. noun

A portion of the income or revenue of a living, such as a bishopric, assigned to a person as a means of support.

“The bishop received a generous appanage from the king to support his charitable endeavors.”

2. noun

A sum of money or other benefits granted to a person, typically in a fixed amount.

“The artist received a sizeable appanage from the foundation to support her creative pursuits.”

3. noun

In feudal law, a portion of the lord’s land or income assigned to a vassal or a younger son.

“The vassal was granted an appanage by the lord to manage and protect in exchange for loyalty.”