LIEGE


Meaning of LIEGE in English

n.

Pronunciation: ' l ē j

Function: adjective

Etymology: Middle English, from Anglo-French lige , from Late Latin laeticus, from laetus serf, of Germanic origin; akin to Old Frisian let serf

Date: 14th century

1 a : having the right to feudal allegiance or service <his liege lord> b : obligated to render feudal allegiance and service

2 : FAITHFUL , LOYAL

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