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feudal
suzerain
cyberfeudalism
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homage
vassal
protofeudalism
seigneurialism
marxism
ancien régime
feudal system
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peasant
feudalistic
manor
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serf
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hierarchical
monarchy
fealty
capitalism
prefeudal
semifeudal
communism
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Definitions:
Noun
feudalism
feudal system
Definition: the social system that developed in Europe in the 8th century; vassals were protected by lords who they had to serve in war
Definition: 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.