noun
or cor·ro·dy ˈkȯrədē
( -es )
Etymology: Middle English corodie, from Medieval Latin corrodium, corredium, conredium, irregular from Old French corroi, conroi, conrei order, arrangement, from corroyer, correer, conreer to prepare, arrange, furnish — more at curry
1.
a. : the right of free quarters due a lord on circuit from his vassals
b. : an allowance of food, clothing, or other commodities due from a religious house to the crown and assigned to one of its subjects
2. : an allowance of provisions for maintenance (as food or clothing) that is dispensed as a charity