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preb·en·dary \ˈprebənˌderē\ noun (-es) Etymology: Medieval Latin praebendarius, from praebenda prebend + Latin -arius -ary 1. a. : a member of a cathedral or collegiate church chapter receiving a prebend in consideration for his officiating at stated times in the church b. : an honorary canon in the Church of England with the title but not the emoluments of a prebend 2. obsolete : a prebendary's benefice or office : prebend |