The medieval glossary of English (old/middle/modern) words as used in the middle ages. Of highlight are words misunderstood or unknown to the general public (or newer participants.)
UPDATED 10/05/2022
There are currently 3 terms in this directory beginning with the letter H.
Haberden or HaberdineSalted cod.
HideAn area of land consisting of 4 virgates, or about 120 - 160 acres of land, and is the unit of measure knights and gentry would account for their land in.
HogsheadA liquid measure, fixed by law in 1423 to 63 wine gallons. For other liquids it could reference anything from 100 to 140 gallons.
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