Meaning of tanistry | Babel Free
ˈtæ.nɪ.stɹiDefinitions
A form of tenure, in ancient Scotland and Ireland, whereby succession was passed to an elected member of the same extended family.
Examples
“They also have⟳ to make⟳ allowance, in place⟳ of primogeniture, for the practice of tanistry, that is, the naming of a successor who was not necessarily the ruler's son.”
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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