Meaning Of The Word Incumbent

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incumbent
countable noun: An incumbent is someone who holds an official post at a particular time.

incumbent in American English
lying, resting, or pressing with its weight on something else
the holder of an office or benefice
adjective: holding an indicated position, role, office, etc., currently
noun: the holder of an office

incumbent in British English
adjective: morally binding or necessary; obligatory
noun: a person who holds an office, esp a member of the clergy holding a benefice

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