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fief

noun

/fiːf/

Meaning

an estate of land held under the feudal system; a domain or area of control

The knight was granted a fief by the lord for his service.

estate, domain, holding, territory

feudal fief, granted fief, fief lands

A feeling of deep and bitter anger or resentment.

a loud and confused noise, especially of people shouting insistently

A period of two months.

The rounded seed capsule of plants such as cotton or flax.

The food or substances necessary for growth, health, and good condition

A small amount of something that remains after the main part has gone or been taken or used.