subarrhation

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English[edit]

Etymology[edit]

Latin [Term?], from sub (“under”) and arrha (“deposit, pledge”).

Noun[edit]

subarrhation (uncountable)

  1. (historical) The ancient custom of betrothal by gift of pledges.
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