Hocktide

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Hocktide

Alternative forms

Hock-tide, Hock tide

Etymology

Derived from an unknown first element + tide.

Proper noun

Hocktide

A medieval English festival celebrated on the second Monday and Tuesday after Easter Sunday. The festivities involved men and women tying each other up and demanding a kiss or other payment for release.

Synonyms

Hockday

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