Property Law Jargon

noun the right of presentation to a church benefice

• The advowson of the church was granted to the local lord by the king.
• The advowson of the church basically means the right to appoint the priest.
• I heard the advowson of that church is up for grabs.
• In the corporate world, having the advowson of a key department is like having a lot of power.

noun a thing that is fixed or attached to something else, typically in a permanent way

• The affixture of the seal was done carefully to ensure no leaks.
• I had trouble with the affixture on my bike, so I asked my friend for help.
• I can't believe the affixture on that car, it's so cool!
• The affixture of different cultures created a beautiful mosaic of traditions.