vassal lords

language: es

definitions

  1. Subordinate nobles in a feudal system who hold land from a superior lord in exchange for loyalty and military service.
    es: Señores vasallos
  2. Subordinate entities or individuals who are under the control or influence of a more powerful organization or person.
    es: Entidades subordinadas

examples

  1. The king demanded that his vassal lords provide troops for the upcoming war.

    El rey exigió que sus señores vasallos proporcionaran tropas para la próxima guerra.

  2. In the modern corporate world, smaller companies often act as vassal lords to massive conglomerates.

    En el mundo corporativo moderno, las empresas más pequeñas suelen actuar como vasallos de los grandes conglomerados.