Castle-guard
Definition & Meaning
Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Castle-guard is a noun meaning The guard or defence of a castle.
Meaning
The guard or defence of a castle.
More Meanings
- A feudal tenure, obliging the tenant to perform service within the realm, without limitation of time.
- (UK, law, obsolete) A tax or imposition on a dwelling within a certain distance of a castle, for the purpose of maintaining watch and ward in it; castleward.
Word Forms
- castle-guards
Synonyms for castle-guard
Depending on context, synonyms include castleward.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include castleward, guard, guardsman, castellan, constable, castlery.
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