ANNATES
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Definitions
There are 2 meanings of the word
Annates.
Annates - as a noun
The first year's profits of a catholic benefice, as traditionally paid directly to the pope.
The half-year's stipend payable for the vacant half-year after the death of a parish minister, to which his family or nearest of kin have right under an act of 1672.
Example Sentences
"The bishop was required to pay his annates to the Vatican."
"The government abolished the collection of annates in the 19th century."
"The annates were used to fund the construction of a new cathedral."
"The Catholic Church relies on the payment of annates from its clergy."
"The annates were a significant source of revenue for the papacy."
Word Game Points
Is ANNATES a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, annates is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
ANNATES has a SCRABBLE points total of 7.
Is ANNATES a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, annates is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordANNATES has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 9.
Is ANNATES a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, annates is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordANNATES has a WORDFEUD points total of 7.
