English dictionary
tithe
/t/aI//D/
Definitions, examples, synonyms and antonyms from WordNet 3.0.
adjective
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Tenth.
Source: webster1913
noun
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a levy of one tenth of something
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an offering of a tenth part of some personal income
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A tenth; the tenth part of anything; specifically, the tenthpart 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 <i>tithes</i> of England and Wales are commuted by law into rent charges.
Source: webster1913
verb
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exact a tithe from
ExamplesThe church was tithed.
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levy a tithe on (produce or a crop)
ExamplesThe wool was tithed.
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pay one tenth of; pay tithes on, especially to the church
ExamplesHe tithed his income to the Church.
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pay a tenth of one's income, especially to the church
ExamplesAlthough she left the church officially, she still tithes.
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To levy a tenth part on; to tax to the amount of a tenth; to pay tithes on.
Source: webster1913
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Tp pay tithes.
Source: webster1913