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Definition of Feudalism
1. Noun. The social system that developed in Europe in the 8th century; vassals were protected by lords who they had to serve in war.
Exact synonyms: Feudal System
Generic synonyms: Social Organisation, Social Organization, Social Structure, Social System, Structure
Derivative terms: Feudal, Feudalistic, Feudalize
Generic synonyms: Social Organisation, Social Organization, Social Structure, Social System, Structure
Derivative terms: Feudal, Feudalistic, Feudalize
Definition of Feudalism
1. n. 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.
Definition of Feudalism
1. Noun. 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. ¹
¹ Source: wiktionary.com
Definition of Feudalism
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