Noun: feudal system 'fyoo-d(u)l 'sis-tum
- The social system that developed in Europe in the 8th century; vassals were protected by lords who they had to serve in war
"The feudal system dominated medieval European society";
- feudalism
Derived forms: feudal systems
Type of: social organisation [Brit], social organization, social structure, social system, structure
Encyclopedia: Feudal system