ring-giving

English

Noun

ring-giving (uncountable)

  1. (historical, Old English literature) The practice by which a ruler or chieftain distributes rings or other valuable gifts to loyal warriors, thanes, or retainers as a means of rewarding service and reinforcing bonds of allegiance and mutual obligation.
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