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A vassal was someone in feudal times who received protection and land from a lord in return for allegiance and performing military and other duties. Today a vassal is someone who is subordinate. (noun)
- An example of a vassal is a person who was given part of a lord's land and who pledged himself to that lord.
- An example of a vassal is a subordinant or servant.
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