feudatary

/ˈfjuːdɪˌtɛri/

Definitions

1. noun

A person who holds land in feudal tenure, especially a vassal or a tenant who owes military service.

“The feudal lord appointed a feudatary to guard the castle during wartime.”

Synonyms

  • tenant
  • vassal

Antonyms

  • freeholder
  • landowner