incumbency

== English == === Etymology === From incumbent +‎ -cy. === Pronunciation === IPA(key): /ɪŋˈkʌmbənsi/ === Noun === incumbency (countable and uncountable, plural incumbencies) The state of being incumbent. An obligation or duty. A tenure. (figurative) Benefice, lucrative position or possession. ==== Derived terms ==== ==== Translations ====