vassal (B2)
noun
Pronunciation: /ˈvæsəl/
Definition
A person or country in a subordinate position, who owes allegiance and service to a ruler or state, often in exchange for protection or land.
Examples
The king demanded that all his vassals provide soldiers for the upcoming war.
Historically, many smaller kingdoms became vassals to larger empires.
He felt like a mere vassal, completely controlled by his wealthy employer.
How to Use vassal
- vassal to (prepositional phrase)
- Indicates the person or entity to whom allegiance or subservience is owed. — "The Duke of Burgundy was a powerful vassal to the King of France."
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