scutage

scu·tage

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Definitions of scutage word

noun scutage (in the feudal system) a payment exacted by a lord in lieu of military service due to him by the holder of a fee. 1
noun scutage (in feudal society) a payment sometimes exacted by a lord from his vassal in lieu of military service 0
noun scutage a tax paid by the holder of a knight's fee, usually in lieu of feudal military service 0

before 1425

One of the 25% oldest English words

First recorded in 1425-75; late Middle English word from Medieval Latin word scūtāgium. See scutum, -age

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A common word. It’s meaning is known to most children of preschool age. About 71% of English native speakers know the meaning and use the word.

According to our data most of word are more popular. This word is almost not used. It has a much more popular synonym.

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