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apanage

nounmasculineformalrare/ɐpɐˈnaʒu/a·pa·ná·gio

Definition

1

A prerogative, right, or special attribute inherent to an office, title, or social condition; an income or property granted to a member of the royal family.

Usage examples

The right to veto was the apanage of the king.
Luxury cars are often seen as the apanage of the wealthy.

Common combinations

royal apanageprerogative of the office