amerciament
|a-mer-cia-ment|
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/əˈmɜːrʃiəmənt/
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/əˈmɜːʃiəmənt/
discretionary fine
Etymology
Etymology Information
'amerciament' originates from Old French, specifically the word 'amercier,' where 'a-' meant 'at' and 'merci' meant 'mercy.'
Historical Evolution
'amercier' transformed into the Middle English word 'amercy,' and eventually became the modern English word 'amerciament.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to be at the mercy of,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'a discretionary fine or penalty.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a financial penalty or fine imposed at the discretion of a court or other authority.
The court imposed an amerciament on the defendant for his misconduct.
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Last updated: 2025/07/13 04:51