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oxgang

/ɒksɡæŋ/ noun · British & US
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What does oxgang mean?

noun

A unit of land in medieval England, typically one eighth of a hide, used to determine the amount of tax or labor owed to the lord of the manor. Also, a small farm or holding.

Example

"The village was divided into several oxgangs, each with its own lord and tenant."

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