| 释义 |
bloodwite
noun
also bloodwit \ˈ ̷ ̷ˌ ̷ ̷\
Etymology: Middle English, from Old English blōdwīte, from blōd blood + wīte punishment — more at wite
1. early English law
a.
(1) : a fine or amercement for the shedding of blood payable to the king, lord, or other superior in compensation for the breach of his peace — compare wergild
(2) : a penalty for murder
b.
(1) : the right to levy such a fine
(2) : exemption from payment of such a fine
2. Scots law : a broil or riot in which blood is spilled |