Advertisement
Advertisement
subinfeudatory
[ suhb-in-fyoo-duh-tawr-ee, -tohr-ee ]
subinfeudatory
/ ˌsʌbɪnˈfjuːdətərɪ; -trɪ /
noun
- a man who held his fief by a subinfeudation
adjective
- of or relating to subinfeudation
Discover More
Word History and Origins
Origin of subinfeudatory1
First recorded in 1885–90; subinfeudat(ion) + -ory 1
Discover More
Example Sentences
If the subinfeudatory lord alienated, it would operate as a forfeiture to the person in immediate reversion.
From Project Gutenberg
Advertisement
Word of the Day
[pet-ri-kawr]
Meaning and examplesStart each day with the Word of the Day in your inbox!
By clicking "Sign Up", you are accepting Dictionary.com Terms & Conditions and Privacy Policies.
Advertisement
Advertisement
Advertisement
Browse