FEUDALISM

feudalism, feudal system

(noun) the social system that developed in Europe in the 8th century; vassals were protected by lords who they had to serve in war

Source: WordNet® 3.1

Etymology

Noun

feudalism (countable and uncountable, plural feudalisms)

A social system based on personal ownership of resources and personal fealty between a suzerain (lord) and a vassal (subject). Defining characteristics are direct ownership of resources, personal loyalty, and a hierarchical social structure reinforced by religion.

Anagrams

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Source: Wiktionary

Feu"dal*ism, n. Etym: [Cf. F. féodalisme.]

Definition: The feudal system; a system by which the holding of estates in land is made dependent upon an obligation to render military service to the kind or feudal superior; feudal principles and usages.

Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition

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