pensionary (Meaning)
pensionary (n)
the beneficiary of a pension fund
a person who works only for money
pensionary (a.)
Maintained by a pension; receiving a pension; as, pensionary spies.
Consisting of a pension; as, a pensionary provision for maintenance.
pensionary (n.)
One who receives a pension; a pensioner.
One of the chief magistrates of towns in Holland.
Synonyms & Antonyms of pensionary
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pensionary Sentence Examples
- The pensionary system provides financial stability to retired public servants.
- The mayor was also the pensionary in the Dutch Golden Age.
- The pensionary of Rotterdam played a crucial role in negotiating the peace of Breda.
- The pensionary's salary was derived from a percentage of municipal revenues.
- The pensionary's office was typically held by a wealthy and influential individual.
- The pensionary was responsible for managing municipal affairs and representing the city's interests.
- The pensionary served as an advisor to the burgomasters and aldermen.
- The pensionary's term of office was usually indefinite, but could be terminated by the burgomasters.
- The pensionary's role evolved over time, becoming more focused on legal and financial matters.
- The pensionary system has been adopted in various countries around the world.
FAQs About the word pensionary
the beneficiary of a pension fund, a person who works only for moneyMaintained by a pension; receiving a pension; as, pensionary spies., Consisting of a pension
No synonyms found.
No antonyms found.
The pensionary system provides financial stability to retired public servants.
The mayor was also the pensionary in the Dutch Golden Age.
The pensionary of Rotterdam played a crucial role in negotiating the peace of Breda.
The pensionary's salary was derived from a percentage of municipal revenues.
