subvassal

/ˌsʌbvæˈsɑːl/

Definitions

1. noun

A vassal who owes allegiance to another vassal.

“The subvassal was required to pay tribute to the lord.”

2. noun

A subordinate or dependent of a vassal.

“The subvassal was forced to serve the lord’s family.”

Synonyms

  • fiefdom
  • liege
  • vassal

Antonyms

  • overlord
  • suzerain