Glebe
/ɡliːb/
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Pro Tip 1/3Historical Usage
The term 'glebe' is rarely used in modern English and carries historical significance, especially in older texts. 
In the Domesday Book, several entries refer to glebe as significant church possessions.
Pro Tip 2/3Church-Related
'Glebe' specifically links to church-owned land, so it's relevant in religious and historical contexts. 
The ancient maps showed the boundaries of the glebe belonging to the cathedral.
Pro Tip 3/3Geographical Nuance
Understanding 'glebe' may vary by region. In the UK, it's understood historically; elsewhere, it might be unfamiliar. 
The tour guide explained the concept of glebe to the foreign visitors at the old English church.