milce

Middle English

Alternative forms

Etymology

From Old English mils, milts, milds, from Proto-Germanic *mildisjō (“mildness; kindness”).

Noun

milce (plural milces)

  1. mercy; pardon; forgiveness
  2. pity; compassion
  3. kindness; favour; grace

Derived terms

  • milceful

Descendants

  • ⇒ English: milse (verb)
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