appenage

/əˈpɛnɪdʒ/

Definitions

1. noun

A grant or assignment of land, especially by a lord to a vassal, in exchange for loyalty and military service.

“The historical records described the complex system of appenages and their impact on medieval European society.”

2. noun

A part or portion of something, especially a portion of land or an estate.

“The appenage of the old mansion included a large garden and a private lake.”

Synonyms

  • feudality
  • fief

Antonyms

  • allotment