raunsonynge
Middle English
/ranˈsuːninɡ/, /ˈrau̯nsuminɡ/
noun
Definitions
- (theology) The process of redeeming the sins of souls.
- (rare) An unjustified charge or levy; extortion.
- (rare) Imprisoning while offering ransom.
Etymology
Affix from Middle English raunsonen.
Origin
Middle English
raunsonen