seigneury

/sɛnˈdʒɜːri/

Definitions

1. noun

The right or authority to govern and control a feudal domain, especially in medieval France

“The seigneury of the estate was passed down through generations of the family.”

2. noun

A feudal territory or domain governed by a seigneur

“The seigneury was a small but strategic piece of land along the border.”

Synonyms

  • feudality
  • manor

Antonyms

  • democracy
  • republic