Bloodwite
Definition & Meaning
Pronunciation /ˈblʌdwaɪt/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Bloodwite is a noun meaning (historical) A penalty for committing bloodshed, specifically under Anglo-Saxon law a penalty to be paid to the king or aldorman as distinct from the wergeld.
Meaning
(historical) A penalty for committing bloodshed, specifically under Anglo-Saxon law a penalty to be paid to the king or aldorman as distinct from the wergeld.
Word Forms
- bloodwites
- bloodwit
- blood-wite
- blood-wit
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include bloodguilt, bloodguiltiness, bloodshed, bloodletting, blood, punishment.
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