Medieval Glossary

Fidelis

A Latin word meaning "faithful." In a medieval sense, this term often was applied to a ruler's most loyal and faithful men, such as his household knights or personal bodyguard, as well as his most trusted liege-men.

Related term(s): Milites Aulici; Knight; Liege-man; Liege
Category: Society
Added: 11.01.04

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