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vassal: see feudalism feudalism (fy ..... Click the link for more information. . vassal 1. (in feudal society) a man who entered into a personal relationship with a lord to whom he paid homage and fealty in return for protection and often a fief. A great vassal was in vassalage to a king and a rear vassal to a great vassal 2. of or relating to a vassal How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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He too worships fire; most faithful, broad, baronial vassal of the sun Each principal vassal was a kind of sovereign, within his particular demesnes. O lady, deign to hold in remembrance this heart, thy vassal, that thus in anguish pines for love of thee. |
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