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Hocktide
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English
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Etymology
Derived from an unknown first element + tide.
Proper noun
Hocktide
- (historical) A medieval English festival celebrated on the second Monday and Tuesday after Easter Sunday. The festivities involved men and women tying each other up and demanding a kiss or other payment for release.
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