Der Feudalismus
Example: Der Feudalismus prägte das mittelalterliche Europa stark.
Definition
"Der Feudalismus" refers to the medieval social and economic system in Europe where land was held by nobles in exchange for loyalty and military service to a monarch. It structured society into distinct classes, including lords, vassals, and serfs, with power largely based on land ownership.
Etymology
The term "der Feudalismus" originates from the Latin word 'feodum' or 'feudum', meaning 'fief' or 'fee', referring to land granted in exchange for service. It was adopted into German to describe the hierarchical system prevalent in medieval Europe. Did you know? The word reflects how land ownership and service were tightly linked in this era.
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