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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.

Synonyms

  • Serfdom
  • Vassalage

Hypernyms

  • Thrall
  • Bondage
  • Thralldom
  • Thraldom

Related Words

  • Serf (noun)
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