pensionary

American  

[pen-shuh-ner-ee] / ˈpɛn ʃəˌnɛr i /

noun

plural

pensionaries

1. a pensioner.

2. a hireling.

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adjective

1. of the nature of a pension.

2. receiving a pension.

pensionary British  

/ ˈpɛnʃənərɪ /

adjective

1. constituting a pension

2. maintained by or receiving a pension

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noun

1. a person whose service can be bought; hireling

Etymology

Origin of pensionary

From the Medieval Latin word pēnsiōnārius, dating back to 1530–40. See pension, -ary

Example Sentences

The English minister was content to accept of the terms proposed by the pensionary.

From The History of England in Three Volumes, Vol.I., Part F. From Charles II. to James II. by Hume, David

He associated himself closely with his greater brother, the grand pensionary, and supported him throughout his career with great ability and vigour.

From Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 8, Slice 3 "Destructors" to "Diameter" by Various

Dewitt, pensionary of Holland, answered the same question: "Nothing is more easy; never do but one thing at a time, and never put off until to-morrow what can be done to-day."

From How to Succeed or, Stepping-Stones to Fame and Fortune by Marden, Orison Swett

With these and other arguments, General Washington recommended, in addition to present compensation, a half pay and pensionary establishment for the army.

From The Life of George Washington, Vol. 2 Commander in Chief of the American Forces During the War which Established the Independence of his Country and First President of the United States by Marshall, John

Each town’s deputation was headed by its pensionary, who was the spokesman on behalf of the representatives.

From Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 13, Slice 5 "Hinduism" to "Home, Earls of" by Various