thouing
/ˈðaʊɪŋ/
noun
- The act of using the old English word 'thou' (meaning 'you') when speaking to someone, especially in a formal or religious context.
- In Shakespeare's time, thouing was a way to show closeness or lower social status.
- Learning about thouing helps understand old English literature.
- The priest's thouing during the prayer felt very traditional.