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tithe - What does it mean?

Definition of 'tithe'

English

Noun

(en-noun) (wikipedia)
  • (archaic) A tenth.
  • The tenth part of the increase arising from the profits of land and stock, allotted to the clergy for their support, as in England, or devoted to religious or charitable uses. Almost all the tithes of England and Wales are commuted by law into rent charges. Concept originates in the Hebrew Scriptures (Old Testament).
  • A contribution to one's religious community or congregation of worship.
  • A small part or proportion.
    • (Francis Bacon)

    Derived terms

    * titheless

    Adjective

    (-)
  • (archaic) Tenth.
  • * Shakespeare
    • Every tithe soul, 'mongst many thousand.

    Verb

    (tith)
  • (transitive) To collect a tithe.
  • To pay a tithe.
  • (transitive) To levy a tenth part on; to tax to the amount of a tenth.
  • * Bible, Luke xi. 42
    • Ye tithe mint and rue.
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