majorat

/mɑˈɡʌrɑt/

Definitions

1. noun

A type of noble estate or land in Eastern Europe, especially in Romania and Ukraine, that is passed down through generations in a family.

“The family’s majorat had been in their possession for centuries and played a significant role in their local community.”

Synonyms

  • estate
  • fiefdom

Antonyms

  • freedom
  • landlessness