seigniory (Meaning)
seigniory (n)
the estate of a seigneur
the position and authority of a feudal lord
seigniory (n.)
The power or authority of a lord; dominion.
The territory over which a lord holds jurisdiction; a manor.
Synonyms & Antonyms of seigniory
seigniory Sentence Examples
- The feudal lord's seigniory encompassed vast lands and countless serfs.
- The Duke held absolute authority over the seigniory of Beaumaris, dispensing justice and collecting taxes.
- The seigniory of Ghent was renowned for its opulent palaces and bustling markets.
- Serfs toiled tirelessly on the seigniory, bound to the land and the whims of their lord.
- The Lady of the seigniory was a benevolent ruler, known for her compassion and wisdom.
- The castle that commanded the seigniory stood as an imposing symbol of power and control.
- The seigniory was a self-contained microcosm, with its own laws, customs, and social hierarchy.
- Disputes within the seigniory were resolved by the lord or his appointed officials.
- The seigniory played a vital role in medieval society, providing a framework for rural life.
- As feudalism declined, the seigniory gradually lost its economic and political significance.
FAQs About the word seigniory
the estate of a seigneur, the position and authority of a feudal lordThe power or authority of a lord; dominion., The territory over which a lord holds jurisdic
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The feudal lord's seigniory encompassed vast lands and countless serfs.
The Duke held absolute authority over the seigniory of Beaumaris, dispensing justice and collecting taxes.
The seigniory of Ghent was renowned for its opulent palaces and bustling markets.
Serfs toiled tirelessly on the seigniory, bound to the land and the whims of their lord.
