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villeinage

Villeinage (noun) means the state of being a villein.

noun
1
The state of being a villein.
2
A feudal system involving villeins; serfdom.
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Etymology

From Middle English vilenage, villeinage, villenage, from Old French vilenage, villenage, Anglo-Norman vileinage, villeinage, and Medieval Latin vileināgium, villenāgium. By surface analysis, villein + -age.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the meaning of villeinage?

"villeinage" (noun) means the state of being a villein.

What are the different meanings of villeinage?

"villeinage" has 2 main meanings: 1. The state of being a villein; 2. A feudal system involving villeins; serfdom.

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