Vassalage
noun
1.
the state or condition of a vassal.
2.
homage or service required of a vassal.
3.
a territory held by a vassal.
4.
vassals collectively.
5.
dependence, subjection, or servitude.
noun
1.
(esp in feudal society)
the condition of being a vassal or the obligations to which a vassal was liable
the relationship between a vassal and his lord
2.
subjection, servitude, or dependence in general
3.
(rare) vassals collectively
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