appanages

variants also apanages
plural of appanage
1
as in privileges
something granted as a special favor use of the grounds was just one appanage he bestowed upon the caretakers of his estate

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2
as in rights
something to which one has a just claim wealthy people who believe that political power is their natural appanage

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Noun
  • Under the order, Caruso is prohibited from performing any official duties, receiving pay, or accessing any privileges of the office.
    Ana Maria Soler, CBS News, 18 Aug. 2026
  • Eligible bookings may include privileges such as daily breakfast for two, hotel credits, room upgrades, early check-in and late checkout, subject to availability.
    Jacqui Gifford, Travel + Leisure, 17 Aug. 2026
Noun
  • For families who believe their child's rights were violated based on race, disability, or gender in school, the federal agency often has been one of the main places to turn.
    Claire Sibonney, CBS News, 24 Aug. 2026
  • The entry of streaming services such as Amazon, Apple and Netflix have only increased the rights fees.
    Chris Isidore, CNN Money, 24 Aug. 2026
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“Appanages.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/appanages. Accessed 25 Aug. 2026.

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