Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
witan
noun
/ˈwɪtən/
Definition
A council of wise men or nobles in Anglo-Saxon England who advised the king.
Examples
- The king gathered the witan to discuss the upcoming battle.
- Decisions made by the witan were crucial for the future of the realm.
Meaning
The term ‘witan’ refers to an assembly of the ruling class that deliberated on important issues, such as laws and decisions affecting the kingdom.
Synonyms
- council
- assembly
- advisory board
