heregeld Meaning & Definition
/ˈhɛrɪɡɛld/
What Does Heregeld Mean?
As a noun, heregeld means Danegeld (a tax raised to pay tribute to Vikings in medieval Europe). It can also mean A heriot (any tribute).
Heregeld at a Glance
| Part of speech | noun |
|---|---|
| Pronunciation | /ˈhɛrɪɡɛld/ |
| Plural | heregelds |
Heregeld Definition (Noun)
- Danegeld (a tax raised to pay tribute to Vikings in medieval Europe).
- A heriot (any tribute).
Synonyms of Heregeld
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Heregeld synonyms and antonyms →Word Forms & Grammar
heregeld (plural heregelds)
Origin of Heregeld
Borrowed from Old English hereġield, from here (“enemy army”) + ġield (“tribute”).[1] Doublet of herezeld.