homo commendatus

homo commendatus
A freeman who voluntarily placed himself under the subjection of a lord in order to secure his protection.

Ballentine's law dictionary. . 1998.

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  • homo commendatus — /howmow komandeytas/ In feudal law, one who surrendered himself into the power of another for the sake of protection or support. See commendation …   Black's law dictionary

  • homo commendatus — /howmow komandeytas/ In feudal law, one who surrendered himself into the power of another for the sake of protection or support. See commendation …   Black's law dictionary

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