manorial system
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of manorial system
First recorded in 1955–60
Example Sentences
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It presents, as it were, an earlier and less perfect crystallisation of society on a feudal basis than the manorial system of Common Law.
From Villainage in England Essays in English Mediaeval History by Vinogradoff, Paul
This manorial system prevailed to a large extent in England, France, and parts of Germany.
From History of Human Society by Blackmar, Frank W. (Frank Wilson)
As the manorial system thus superimposed upon the village community was the basis of English rural economy for centuries, there need be no apology for describing it at some length.
From A Short History of English Agriculture by Curtler, W. H. R. (William Henry Ricketts)
Decay of manorial system: emancipation of villeins: growth of industry and towns. 1377-1399.
From The History of England - a Study in Political Evolution by Pollard, A. F. (Albert Frederick)
The manorial system was introduced throughout the “Vale,” the manor in many cases becoming the parish, and the owner building for its protection first a castle and then a church.
From Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 12, Slice 1 "Gichtel, Johann" to "Glory" by Various
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