vassal
/ˈvæsəl/ noun C2- The grantee of a fief, a subordinate granted use of a superior's land and its income in exchange for vows of fidelity and homage and (typically) military service.
- Any direct subordinate bound by such vows to a superior. · The king ordered his vassals to join him on the crusade unless they had a written note signed by the archbishop or pope.
- Any subordinate bound by similar close ties.
Plural vassals
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