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WAPENTAKE

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There is 1 meaning of the word Wapentake.

Wapentake - as a noun

An administrative subdivision in northern english counties, developed under norse influence, and corresponding to hundreds in the rest of england.

Example Sentences

"The wapentake system was based on the division of land and the gathering of men for military service."
"The term 'wapentake' is derived from Old Norse."
"In some parts of England, wapentake was also known as a hundred."
"In Yorkshire, the wapentakes were further divided into smaller units called 'ridings'."
"The word 'wapentake' is no longer in commonly used in modern English."
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Is WAPENTAKE a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, wapentake is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

WAPENTAKE has a SCRABBLE points total of 18.

Is WAPENTAKE a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, wapentake is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
WAPENTAKE has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 20.

Is WAPENTAKE a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, wapentake is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
WAPENTAKE has a WORDFEUD points total of 19.

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