appanage
- noun
- /ˈæpəˌneɪdʒ/
- Archaic
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apanage
- During the Middle Ages, a younger prince might receive an appanage to govern as his domain.
Examples
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The duchy served as an appanage for the king's second son.
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The king granted an appanage to his younger brother.
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Without an appanage, junior members of the royal family often struggled to maintain their lifestyle.
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Many noble families relied on their appanage for financial support.
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In the 17th century, the queen provided an appanage to her daughter, ensuring she had a home and income.
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Historically, an appanage was often granted to princes to secure their loyalty to the crown.
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With his appanage, the nobleman could afford to live comfortably without relying on the king.
Synonyms
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Money set aside by a government or group for a particular use
Land or money given by a ruler to a royal family member
Giving land to someone in return for their promise to serve a lord
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Etymology
Appanage comes from a root that means 'bread' (panis) and originally meant the allowance or 'bread' given to support a royal person. That's why an appanage later meant a grant of land, money, or other resources to support a younger prince or family member.