Feudalism

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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 king or feudal superior; feudal principles and usages.

Noun

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feudalism - the social system that developed in Europe in the 8th C; vassals were protected by lords who they had to serve in war Synonyms: feudal system

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