incumbency

n.; pl. Incumbencies [ From Incumbent. ] [ 1913 Webster ]

1. The state of being incumbent; a lying or resting on something. [ 1913 Webster ]

2. That which is physically incumbent; that which lies as a burden; a weight. Evelyn. [ 1913 Webster ]

3. That which is morally incumbent, or is imposed, as a rule, a duty, obligation, or responsibility. “The incumbencies of a family.” Donne. [ 1913 Webster ]

4. The state of holding a benefice; the full possession and exercise of any office. [ 1913 Webster ]

These fines are only to be paid to the bishop during his incumbency. Swift. [ 1913 Webster ]