The term 'benefice' is a noun that refers to a type of LIVING or income provided to a person in a religious or public office. Specifically, it is a type of income derived from the ownership of land or other property, usually granted by a monarch or other authority. The two crossword solutions for this term are 'LIVING' (6 letters) and 'INCUMBENCY' (10 letters). 'LIVING' refers to the type of income provided to the holder of the benefice, while 'INCUMBENCY' refers to the period of time during which the holder of the benefice holds the position.