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wardmote


Meanings
  • noun

    A meeting or assembly of wardens or community leaders in the Middle Ages for the purpose of discussing local issues and making decisions.

    - "The wardmote was an important gathering place for the community to discuss matters of concern."
    - "The wardmote was presided over by the lord or his representative."

Variants
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Etymology
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From Old English 'weard' meaning 'guardian' or 'protector' and 'mote' meaning 'meeting'.


Trivia
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  1. The wardmote was also known as a 'manor court'.

  2. The wardmote was an important institution in feudal England and continued to be used until the 19th century.


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  1. Feudalism: A social and political system based on land ownership and the obligations of vassals to their lords.

  2. Community: A group of people living in the same area and sharing common interests and values.


Culture
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The wardmote was an integral part of feudal society, allowing local issues to be addressed and resolved in a communal setting.

How to Memorize "wardmote"

  1. visualize

    - Imagine a group of wardens or community leaders sitting around a table, discussing local issues and making decisions.

  2. associate

    - Think of the word 'ward' meaning protection, and 'mote' meaning meeting or gathering.

  3. mnemonics

    - Remember that wardmote is a word made up of two parts: 'ward' meaning protection, and 'mote' meaning meeting.


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