Subvassal
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Subvassal is a noun meaning (historical) The vassal of a vassal.
Meaning
(historical) The vassal of a vassal.
Example Sentences
A Carolingian capitulary of 799 allowed the church to assign its property as benefices to lay subvassals to circumvent the canon law restriction on clergy serving as warriors.
Word Forms
- subvassals
Synonyms for subvassal
Depending on context, synonyms include vavasour.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include vassal, feudatory, bond, homager, retainer, liegeman.
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