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noun

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The correct spelling is tithes. A tenth.

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Meanings

noun

  1. 1.A tenth.
  2. 2.The tenth part of the increase arising from the profits of land and stock, allotted to the clergy for their support, as in England, or devoted to religious or charitable uses.
  3. 3.A contribution to one's religious community or congregation of worship (notably to the LDS church)
  4. 4.A small part or proportion.
  5. 5.A boon (a grant or concession).

verb

  1. 1.To give one-tenth or a tithe of something, particularly:
  2. 2.To take one-tenth or a tithe of something, particularly:
  3. 3.To compose the tenth part of something.
  4. 4.To grant, concede.

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