Incumbency

·noun The state of being incumbent; a lying or resting on something.

II. Incumbency ·noun That which is physically incumbent; that which lies as a burden; a weight.

III. Incumbency ·noun The state of holding a benefice; the full possession and exercise of any office.

IV. Incumbency ·noun That which is morally incumbent, or is imposed, as a rule, a duty, obligation, or responsibility.