ring-giving

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Noun

1. {{lb|en|historical|Old English literature}} The practice by which a [[ruler]] or [[chieftain]] distributes rings or other valuable gifts to [[loyal]] [[warrior]]s, [[thane]]s, or [[retainer]]s as a means of rewarding service and reinforcing [[bond]]s of [[allegiance]] and mutual [[obligation]].

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