I. ˈfyüdəˌtōrē, -tȯrē, -ri adjective
Etymology: Medieval Latin feudatorius, from feudatus + Latin -orius -ory
1. : standing in or belonging to the relation of a feudal vassal to his lord
2. of a kingdom or state : under the overlordship of a foreign state
II. noun
( -es )
Etymology: Medieval Latin feudatorius, from feudatorius, adjective
1.
a. : one holding lands by feudal tenure : the tenant of a feud ; especially : a feudal lord
b. : a prince or ruler subject to the overlordship of a foreign ruler
2.
a. : a dependent lordship : feud
b. : a feudatory state