oath-ring

English

noun
Definitions
  • (paganism) A ring (particularly an arm ring) on which oaths are sworn.

Etymology

Compound from English oath + English ring (surround, sound a bell, planetary rings).

Origin

English

ring

Gloss

surround, sound a bell, planetary rings

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