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teind Meaning
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teind (n.)
A tithe.
teind Sentence Examples
- The teind, a historical type of tax, was traditionally levied on crops and livestock in Scotland.
- The collection of teinds was a major source of revenue for the Scottish church.
- In England, teinds were known as tithes and were a more widespread form of taxation.
- Teinds were often a source of dispute between the clergy and the landowners.
- The Teind Court was established in 1567 to resolve disputes over teinds.
- The Teinds Act of 1808 abolished the use of teinds in Scotland.
- The term "teind" is still used in some legal contexts to refer to a type of church tax.
- Teinds were a significant factor in the development of Scottish agriculture.
- The teind system was gradually replaced by a more modern system of taxation.
- The history of teinds provides insights into the financial and religious practices of Scotland's past.
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A tithe.
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The teind, a historical type of tax, was traditionally levied on crops and livestock in Scotland.
The collection of teinds was a major source of revenue for the Scottish church.
In England, teinds were known as tithes and were a more widespread form of taxation.
Teinds were often a source of dispute between the clergy and the landowners.
