jus primae noctis

[ juhs prahy-mee nok-tis ]

noun

1. droit du seigneur.

Word History and Origins

Origin of jus primae noctis¹

First recorded in 1885–90

Example Sentences

The participation of many men in the jus primae noctis is open to various explanations.

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The jus primae noctis, enjoyed by men of the bridegroom's totem.

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It is unnecessary to refer here to the explanation of the jus primae noctis suggested by Mr Crawley.

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There is no mention of any jus primae noctis where the marriage was the result of betrothal.

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The jus primae noctis of the medieval feudal lord continues in another form in these very days of ours.

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