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tithing penny

noun

Definition of tithing penny

: a small customary duty traditionally paid under old English law:
a : one paid by the tenants of a manor to the lord
b : one paid by the lord of a manor at the hundred court
c : one paid by each tithing to the sheriff to defray court expenses

History and Etymology for tithing penny

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