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Definition of: bote
(bōt) noun Obs.
1. In English law, a fine or compensation: manbote, a fine paid for killing a man.
2. In English law, a privilege to use things needful for repair or subsistence, etc.: hedgebote, housebote, etc.
3. Boot; remedy; relief. ◆ Homophone: boat. [OE bot benefit]
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