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Meaning of third penny | Babel Free

Noun CEFR B2

Definitions

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

UK, historical

CEFR level

B2
Upper Intermediate
This word is part of the CEFR B2 vocabulary — upper intermediate level.
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See also

Third Period third person third person limited third place Third Planet third position

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