apanage
/ˈæpənɪdʒ/
noun
- A natural or expected right, privilege, or advantage that comes with a particular position or situation.
- In many cultures, a long life is considered an apanage of wisdom.
- The ability to travel freely was an apanage of her diplomatic status.
- A private office is often seen as an apanage of being a senior manager.
- In history, land or income given to a member of a royal family, especially a younger son, for their support.
- The duke's apanage consisted of lands in the south of the kingdom.
- Historically, an apanage helped maintain the lifestyle of royal family members who did not inherit the throne.
- The king granted an apanage to his younger brother, including several fertile estates.