gemote (Meaning)
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gemote (v. t.)
A meeting; -- used in combination, as, Witenagemote, an assembly of the wise men.
Synonyms & Antonyms of gemote
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gemote Sentence Examples
- The gemote, an assembly of Anglo-Saxon freemen, exercised both legislative and judicial power.
- Members of the gemote were elected from each village or shire, ensuring representation from all segments of society.
- Meetings of the gemote were typically held in the open air, allowing for broad community participation.
- The king presided over the gemote, but decisions were made collectively, with wide-ranging debate and discussion.
- Laws passed by the gemote were codified and recorded, providing a legal framework for Anglo-Saxon society.
- The gemote played a vital role in shaping the laws and customs of the time, reflecting the collective wisdom of the community.
- The gemote served as a meeting ground for leaders from different regions, facilitating the exchange of ideas and the resolution of disputes.
- Members of the gemote were respected figures within their communities, often holding positions of power and influence.
- The gemote's authority extended beyond local affairs, as it also advised the king on matters of national importance.
- The gemote was an integral part of Anglo-Saxon governance, providing a platform for citizen participation and shaping the laws and policies of the time.
FAQs About the word gemote
A meeting; -- used in combination, as, Witenagemote, an assembly of the wise men.
No synonyms found.
No antonyms found.
The gemote, an assembly of Anglo-Saxon freemen, exercised both legislative and judicial power.
Members of the gemote were elected from each village or shire, ensuring representation from all segments of society.
Meetings of the gemote were typically held in the open air, allowing for broad community participation.
The king presided over the gemote, but decisions were made collectively, with wide-ranging debate and discussion.
