prebendal

/ˌprɛbɛndəl/

Definitions

1. adjective

relating to or characteristic of a prebend, especially one in a church

“The prebendal privileges of the bishop included the right to a large portion of the church’s income.”

2. noun

a prebend, especially one in a church

“The prebendal income was used to support the local clergy.”

Synonyms

  • church-related
  • ecclesiastical

Antonyms

  • secular
  • worldly