landocracy

/lændˈɒkrəsɪ/

Definitions

1. noun

A governing class of people who own or manage land, typically in a feudal or aristocratic system.

“The landocracy of the medieval kingdom wielded significant power and influence over the common folk.”

Synonyms

  • aristocracy
  • gentry

Antonyms

  • commonalty
  • proletariat