1. a tenth part of something, especially income, given as a contribution to a religious organization
2. a small part or portion of something

1. to give a tenth part of one’s income or produce as a religious contribution

Examples

• The church members were expected to pay a tithe each month.
• She donated a tithe of her salary to charity.
• The farmer gave a tithe of his harvest to the temple.
• Many religious communities practice tithing as part of their faith.
• He decided to tithe ten percent of his earnings.
• The congregation was encouraged to tithe regularly.
• Only a tithe of the original manuscript survived the fire.