Definitions

1. adjective

resembling or characteristic of a serf, especially in being bound to the land or to a particular condition.

“The medieval village’s unsurflike social hierarchy was a stark reminder of the harsh realities of life under feudalism.”

2. adverb

in a manner characteristic of a serf, especially in being bound to the land or to a particular condition.

“The laborer worked unsurflike, tied to the land and forced to work long hours for little pay.”