Whit
The English word “Whit” has 3 meanings listed here.
noun
- Whitsunday.
- The season of Whitsuntide.
proper noun
- Newgate Prison in London, England (particularly as it was in the 15- and 1600s).
Etymology
Shortening of the surname of Dick Whittington, London mayor who funded the rebuilding of the prison.
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