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单词 childwite
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Definition of childwite in English:

childwite

noun ˈtʃʌɪldwʌɪt
Feudal Law historical
  • A penalty for an illegitimate child; a fine paid by the reputed father of the child to the lord of the unfree mother.

Origin

Middle English; earliest use found in Royal Charter: Henry II to Citizens of London. From child + wite. Compare post-classical Latin childwita.

 
 

Definition of childwite in US English:

childwite

nounˈtʃʌɪldwʌɪt
Feudal Law historical
  • A penalty for an illegitimate child; a fine paid by the reputed father of the child to the lord of the unfree mother.

Origin

Middle English; earliest use found in Royal Charter: Henry II to Citizens of London. From child + wite. Compare post-classical Latin childwita.

 
 
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