canonry
/ˈkænənri/
noun
- The position or office of a canon (a member of the clergy who serves in a cathedral).
- He was appointed to a canonry at the cathedral after years of service.
- The canonry came with a small house and a regular income.
- She resigned her canonry to focus on missionary work.
- The group of canons serving in a cathedral or church.
- The entire canonry gathered for the evening prayer.
- The canonry voted to support the new community outreach program.
- Each member of the canonry had a specific role in the service.
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