Meaning of cramp ring | Babel Free
Definitions
A ring worn to supposedly prevent cramp, epilepsy and associated diseases, especially one specifically blessed by an English monarch before the Reformation.
Examples
“The blessing of cramp-rings was abandoned immediately and without comment upon the accession of Elizabeth I.”
“"Now you may have the traditional cramp-rings," Anne said, in that same high-pitched, haughty voice.”
CEFR level
B2
Upper Intermediate
This word is part of the CEFR B2 vocabulary — upper intermediate level.
This word is part of the CEFR B2 vocabulary — upper intermediate level.
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