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tanist
[tan-ist, thaw-nist]
noun
the successor apparent to a Celtic chief, usually the oldest or worthiest of his kin, chosen by election among the tribe during the chief's lifetime.
tanist
/ ˈæɪ /
noun
history the heir apparent of a Celtic chieftain chosen by election during the chief's lifetime: usually the worthiest of his kin
Other 51Թ Forms
- ˈٲԾٰ noun
51Թ History and Origins
Origin of tanist1
51Թ History and Origins
Origin of tanist1
Example Sentences
Tanist, tan′ist, n. the chief or holder of lands, &c., in certain Celtic races, also the chief's elective successor.—n.
Ultramon′tanism, ultramontane or extreme views as to the Pope's rights; Ultramon′tanist, one who holds to ultramontanism.
Mon′tanist, a supporter of Montanism.—adj.
An attempt was already made to lessen them by the custom of electing along with the chief a Tanist or successor; and we can trace in Ireland also the growing custom of inheritance from father to son.
To avert strife his tanist, or successor, was elected in his lifetime.
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