RYE-HOUSE PLOT
\ɹˈa͡ɪhˈa͡ʊs plˈɒt], \ɹˈaɪhˈaʊs plˈɒt], \ɹ_ˈaɪ_h_ˈaʊ_s p_l_ˈɒ_t]\
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(Eng. Hist.) A plot-so called from the intention of carrying it into execution at the Rye House, near Newmarket- for seizing Charles II, and so bringing about the redress of grievances. For his share in this conspiracy, Lord William Russell was executed, July, 1683.
By Henry Percy Smith
