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Vassalage

Description:

Vassalage refers to the feudal practice in which a person (known as a vassal) pledges loyalty and service to a lord in exchange for protection and the right to use land that belongs to the lord. It represents a hierarchical relationship between the lord and vassal, where the vassal owes various obligations to the lord.

Sample Sentences:

As a noun:

1. The knight entered into vassalage with the lord, swearing an oath to serve and protect him.

2. Vassalage played a crucial role in the medieval feudal system.

As a verb:

1. During the ceremony, the vassal formally vassalaged himself to the lord.

2. He happily vassalaged his loyalty to the king as a sign of his unwavering support.

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