Lithsman
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation / ˈlithsmən/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Lithsman is a noun meaning (historical) A warrior-sailor during the rule of Danish kings of England (especially from Canute onwards).
Meaning
(historical) A warrior-sailor during the rule of Danish kings of England (especially from Canute onwards).
Example Sentences
[H]e succeeded, by the help of the thanes north of Thames, and the lithsmen of London, which city was more than half Danish in those days, in setting his puppet on the throne.
Word Forms
- lithsmen
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