advowsons
|ad-vow-sons|
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/ədˈvaʊzənz/
(advowson)
right to present a nominee
Etymology
Etymology Information
'advowson' originates from Old French, specifically the word 'avoeson', where 'avouer' meant 'to advocate or support'.
Historical Evolution
'avoeson' transformed into the Middle English word 'avowson', and eventually became the modern English word 'advowson'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'the act of advocating or supporting', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'the right to present a nominee to a benefice'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the right in English law of presenting a nominee to a vacant ecclesiastical benefice.
The advowson of the parish was held by the local lord.
Synonyms
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