swainmote

[sweɪnmoʊt]

swainmote Definition

an ancient English court held by the lord of a manor for the administration of justice among his tenants..

Using swainmote: Examples

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  • Example

    The swainmote was held annually to settle disputes between the tenants of the manor.

  • Example

    The swainmote was presided over by the lord of the manor and attended by all the freeholders.

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Summary: swainmote in Brief

The term 'swainmote' [sweɪnmoʊt] refers to an ancient English court held by the lord of a manor for the administration of justice among his tenants. It was held annually to settle disputes between tenants and presided over by the lord of the manor.