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tithe

/taɪð/

noun

Meaning

  • A tenth.

  • The tenth part of the increase arising from the profits of land and stock, allotted to the clergy for their support, as in England, or devoted to religious or charitable uses.

  • A contribution to one's religious community or congregation of worship (notably to the LDS church)

  • A small part or proportion.

Synonyms

decim,
decima,
decimate,
decimation,
titheling,
tithing

verb

Meaning

  • To give one-tenth or a tithe of something, particularly:

  • To take one-tenth or a tithe of something, particularly:

  • To compose the tenth part of something.

adjective

Meaning

  • Tenth.