Queesting
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Queesting is a noun meaning (historical) An old custom in Holland by which sweethearts were allowed to share a bed and talk together, without any amorous activity.
Meaning
(historical) An old custom in Holland by which sweethearts were allowed to share a bed and talk together, without any amorous activity.
Example Sentences
Queesting in Holland was a custom allowing the suitor access to his sweetheart after she had retired for the night. He could visit and enter her bed for a harmless chit-chat after which he left.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include sweethearting, queening, dutch, queen, bridebed, queyn.
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