annates

plural noun

an·​nates

ˈaˌnāts,

ˈanə̇ts

: the first-fruits of an ecclesiastical benefice paid to the one presenting the benefice

Word History

Etymology

Medieval Latin annata, from Latin annus year

First Known Use

circa 1532, in the meaning defined above

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