Enfeoff (Verb)
Meaning
Put in possession of land in exchange for a pledge of service, in feudal society; "He enfeoffed his son-in-law with a large estate in Scotland".
Classification
Verbs of buying, selling, owning.
Examples
- In medieval times, the king enfeoffed his loyal nobles with vast tracts of land and titles in return for their military service.
- As a sign of gratitude, the count enfeoffed the brave knight with a grand estate that included a beautiful castle.
- The queen enfeoffed the family of the fallen hero with a parcel of land and a stipend for their loyalty to the crown.
- The wealthy lord enfeoffed his trusted steward with a generous portion of his estate for his many years of faithful service.
- Upon his coronation, the new king enfeoffed his loyal supporters with baronies and knightly titles for their unwavering allegiance.