Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
teind
noun
/taɪnd/
Definition
A tenth part or tax, usually referring to a tenth of produce or profits that is due to a landlord or church.
Examples
- The farmer decided to allocate a teind of his harvest to the local parish, honoring an old tradition.
- In the past, feudal lords would collect a teind from their vassals as part of their obligations.
- The teind served as a vital source of income for many religious institutions.
Meaning
The term ‘teind’ originates from the practice of giving a tenth of agricultural output to support the church or for other purposes.
Synonyms
- tithe
- tax
- contribution
