vassal lords
definitions
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Subordinate nobles in a feudal system who hold land from a superior lord in exchange for loyalty and military service.en: Subordinate nobles in a feudal system who hold land from a superior lord in exchange for loyalty and military service.
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Subordinate entities or individuals who are under the control or influence of a more powerful organization or person.en: Subordinate entities or individuals who are under the control or influence of a more powerful organization or person.
examples
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The king demanded that his vassal lords provide troops for the upcoming war.
The king demanded that his vassal lords provide troops for the upcoming war.
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In the modern corporate world, smaller companies often act as vassal lords to massive conglomerates.
In the modern corporate world, smaller companies often act as vassal lords to massive conglomerates.