Serfhood (Noun)
Meaning
The state of a serf.
Classification
Nouns denoting natural processes.
Examples
- The peasants were bound to the land in a state of serfhood, forced to work for the lord in exchange for protection and shelter.
- The abolition of serfhood in the 19th century marked a significant shift towards greater social equality.
- Life in serfhood was harsh, with long hours and little pay, leaving the serfs to live in poverty.
- In medieval Europe, serfhood was the norm for many rural communities, where people lived and worked on land owned by a lord.
- The social and economic constraints of serfhood made it difficult for individuals to better their circumstances or pursue their own interests.