# Glossary explained — Sir Gawain and the Green Knight

> Chapter companion for Sir Gawain and the Green Knight by Anonymous.

## What happens

A glossary of Middle English terms used in the poem, providing definitions and explanations for archaic words such as 'fey,' 'graith,' 'handsel,' and 'weird,' among others.

## Key lines

> Fey Doomed.

Fey means doomed or fated to die.

_This term is central to Gawain's journey and the supernatural elements of the poem._

> Handsel Lucky omen, New Year’s gift.

Handsel refers to a lucky omen or a gift given at New Year's.

_The New Year's setting is key to the poem's opening feast and the Green Knight's challenge._

> Weird Fate.

Weird means fate or destiny.

_Fate is a recurring theme in the poem, especially regarding Gawain's encounter at the Green Chapel._

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