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subinfeudation definition

sub·in·feu·da·tion (sub in′fyo̵̅o̅ dā′s̸hən)

noun

  1. the transfer of feudal lands by a vassal lord to a subtenant with all the privileges and responsibilities falling to the new holder
  2. tenure so established
  3. the lands or fief so held

Webster's New World College Dictionary Copyright © 2005 by Wiley Publishing, Inc., Cleveland, Ohio.
Used by arrangement with John Wiley & Sons, Inc.

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