Feudal Lord
/ˈfjuː.dl lɔrd/
Definitions
- (n.) A lord in the feudal system who holds land from the Crown or a superior lord and grants it to vassals in exchange for service or allegiance.
The feudal lord granted his vassals parcels of land in return for military support.
Forms
- feudal lord
- feudal lords
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Commentary
The term is primarily historical and pertains to medieval land tenure systems; in legal history, it highlights the hierarchy of landholding and associated duties.
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