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sinecure
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Noun
historical
Japanese Meaning
労働の必要がほとんどなく、それにもかかわらず高い給与が支払われる職位、いわゆる楽な職業。 / （歴史的な意味で）信徒の世話を伴わない教会の恩恵的な職位。
（ plural ）
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A position that requires no work but still gives an ample payment; a cushy job. / (historical) An ecclesiastical benefice without the care of souls.
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sinecure
After decades of loyal service, he was appointed to a sinecure that allowed him to collect a generous salary without lifting a finger.
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After decades of loyal service, he was appointed to a sinecure that allowed him to collect a generous salary without lifting a finger.
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