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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