serfish

/ˈsɜːrfɪʃ/

Definitions

1. noun

A type of fish, particularly a serf or servant who was required to provide a certain number of days’ work in exchange for land or food.

“The medieval serfish were overworked and underpaid, leading to widespread discontent.”

Synonyms

  • serf
  • vassal

Antonyms

  • freeman
  • lord