ring-giving

noun

The practice by which a ruler or chieftain distributes rings or other valuable gifts to loyal warriors, thanes, or retainers as a means of rewarding service and reinforcing bonds of allegiance and mutual obligation.

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Meanings

nounring-giving (uncountable)
  1. Old EnglishhistoricaluncountableliteratureThe practice by which a ruler or chieftain distributes rings or other valuable gifts to loyal warriors, thanes, or retainers as a means of rewarding service and reinforcing bonds of allegiance and mutual obligation.
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