housebote
/ˈhaʊsbuːt/(also houseboot) Law. Now historical
noun
The right or privilege of a tenant to take wood from a landlord's estate for the upkeep of a house; (also) the rent paid for this privilege; (the clearing or taking of) wood for this purpose.
- In early use frequently in Latin contexts..
Origin
Old English. From house + boot. Compare Middle Low German hūsbōte, Old Icelandic (in late sources) húsbót.