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单词 petty custom
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Definition of petty custom in English:

petty custom

noun ˌpɛti ˈkʌstəm
Scottish historical
  • A lesser toll or duty; specifically that formerly charged upon goods entering a town or burgh for sale at its markets. Frequently in plural See also "petit custom".

Origin

Late Middle English. From petty + custom adjective, after post-classical Latin parva custuma.

Definition of petty custom in US English:

petty custom

nounˌpɛti ˈkʌstəm
Scottish historical
  • A lesser toll or duty; specifically that formerly charged upon goods entering a town or burgh for sale at its markets. Frequently in plural See also "petit custom".

Origin

Late Middle English. From petty + custom [adjective], after post-classical Latin parva custuma.

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