sinecure

English

/ˈsaɪ.nɪ.kjʊə/, /ˈsaɪ.nə.kjʊɹ/

noun
Definitions
  • A position that requires no work but still gives an ample payment; a cushy job.
  • (historical) An ecclesiastical benefice without the care of souls.

Etymology

Derived from Latin sine (without).

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Latin

sine

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without

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