Feudatory
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈfjuːdətəɹɪ/ · Part of speech adjective
Quick meaning: Feudatory is an adjective meaning Relating to feudalism, feudal.
Meaning
Relating to feudalism, feudal.
More Meanings
- A feudal vassal.
- A feudal territory, a fief.
- A fee paid by such a vassal to hold land.
Example Sentences
Henry VII granted a privilege in 1309 endorsing the three valleys as self-governing rural feudatories forming their own imperial bailiwick directly under him.
Word Forms
- feudatories
Synonyms for feudatory
Depending on context, synonyms include vassal, liegeman, feudalist, liege.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include feudalist, vassal, liegeman, liege, feudal, feudalistic.
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