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feu·da·to·ry 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 |