third pennies

A form of third penny — A third part of the profits of fines and penalties imposed at the county court, which was among the perquisites enjoyed by the earl.

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Meanings

noun
  1. pluralplural of third penny
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APA

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MLA

“third pennies.” WatkinsX Dictionary, https://dictionary.watkinsx.com/word/third%20pennies. Accessed November 4, 2026.

Chicago

WatkinsX Dictionary, s.v. “third pennies,” accessed November 4, 2026, https://dictionary.watkinsx.com/word/third%20pennies.

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