Handseller

/ˈhændsɛlər/ noun

Definition

A person who gives or receives a handsel, or someone involved in the handsel exchange.

Etymology

Agent noun formed from 'handsel' with the suffix '-er', indicating one who handsels.

Kelly Says

Handsellers in medieval times had social status similar to gift-givers today—giving valuable handsels demonstrated wealth and secured favor for the coming year.

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