incumbent
adjective
/ɪnˈkʊmbən/
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- (zoology) Of a body part such as a hair, spine, or wing: bent downwards or otherwise positioned so that it, or part of it, rests on or touches something else; specifically (ornithology) , of the hind toe of a bird: fully resting on a support.
- Being the current holder of an office or a title; specifically (Christianity, obsolete) , of an ecclesiastical benefice.
- Followed by on or upon: imposed on one as an obligation, especially due to one's office or position.
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memûr
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incumbent
noun
/ɪnˈkʊmbən/
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/ɪnˈkʌmb(ə)nt/
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- The current holder of an office or title; (specifically, Christianity) the holder of an ecclesiastical benefice.
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memûr
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