liege lord

• Termo histórico que designa o senhor feudal a quem os vassalos deviam fidelidade e serviço. No uso atual é considerado arcaico e raramente aparece fora de contextos históricos ou de fantasia.

A historical term referring to a feudal lord who had authority over vassals and to whom allegiance and service were owed. In modern usage, it is considered archaic and rarely used outside of historical or fantasy contexts.

1. Feudal OverlordC2formalbritish

   A feudal lord who has the right to receive homage and service from vassals, and to whom allegiance is owed.

   Senhor suserano

   • The knight swore an oath of loyalty to his liege lord.
   • The liege lord granted land to his vassals in exchange for military service.
   • In medieval times, a liege lord held ultimate authority over his domain.