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feudatories

/ˌfjuːdəˈtɔːriːz/ noun · British & US
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What does feudatories mean?

noun

A vassal or a person who holds land directly from a lord, often in exchange for military service or other obligations. A feudatory is typically a noble or a member of the nobility.

Example

"The lord granted the feudatories a significant amount of autonomy in exchange for their loyalty and military service."

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