Appurtenance

Appurtenance is a noun that refers to an item indicating a particular lifestyle. Our word of the day is not to be confused with the word appurtenant, which means ‘pertinent.’ But the two words share a common ancestry in the Latin word appertinere (ah PER tin air ay) which means ‘belong to.’ Appurtenance refers to an item associated with an activity or style or living. Here’s an example: After a while, you get used to all the appurtenances of a life of luxury — and for good reason. Certain items just can’t be lived without if you intend to live the high life.