well-dressing

noun

: an ancient custom in rural areas in England of adorning local wells with floral decorations usually as part of a religious service in thanksgiving for an abundant supply of pure water

Word History

First Known Use

1819, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of well-dressing was in 1819

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“Well-dressing.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/well-dressing. Accessed 16 Dec. 2024.

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