Abbots of Misrule

A form of Abbot of Misrule — One elected to preside over the Christmas revelry in noble households and elsewhere in England during the 15th and 16th century; Lord of Misrule.

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Meanings

noun
  1. pluralplural of Abbot of Misrule
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