Emily Dickinson Lexicon
Definition for BLOOD'-WITE
BLOOD'-WITE, n. [blood and wite, a fine or penalty.]
In ancient law a fine or amercement, paid as a composition for the shedding of blood.
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BLOOD'-WITE, n. [blood and wite, a fine or penalty.]
In ancient law a fine or amercement, paid as a composition for the shedding of blood.
Return to page 100 of the letter “B”.