pew-renting1
/ˈpjuːˌrɛntɪŋ/noun
The renting of pews for exclusive use.
Origin
Mid 19th century; earliest use found in The Times. From pew + renting, after pew-rent.
pew-renting2
/ˈpjuːˌrɛntɪŋ/rare. Now historical
adjective
Charging or paying rent for exclusive use of pews.
Origin
Late 19th century. From pew + renting, present participle of rent, after pew-rent.
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