sinecure

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Noun sinecure has 2 senses

sinecure - a benefice to which no spiritual or pastoral duties are attached
--₁ is a kind of benefice, ecclesiastical benefice
sinecure - an office that involves minimal duties
--₂ is a kind of position, post, berth, office, spot, billet, place, situation

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Sinecure

Part of speech: Noun

Definitions:

A position that requires little or no work but provides a regular income or financial benefit.

Examples:

1. He was appointed to a sinecure as a consultant, receiving a generous salary for doing almost nothing.

2. The government created several sinecures for loyal supporters, leading to public criticism.

3. Her job as a museum curator was more of a sinecure than actual work, as she only had to give a few tours a week.

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