incumbency
incumbency

incumbent


Definition: Meaning of, incumbent in English to English dictionary.

Pronunciation: / ɪnˈkʌmb(ə)nt /

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incumbent incumbents
[countable] [formal]
  1. someone who has been elected to an official position, especially in politics, and who is doing that job at the present time
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[formal]
  1. it is incumbent upon/on somebody to do something if it is incumbent upon you to do something, it is your duty or responsibility to do it
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  2. the incumbent president/priest/government etc the president etc at the present time
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incumbent used in phrases

  • incumbent on (adjective)
    1. morally binding or necessary
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