Medieval Glossary

Noble

In a feudal sense, a noble was a member of the nobility. Nobles were often also referred to as aristocrats. In England, nobles were members of the peerage.

Related term(s): Nobility; Aristocrat; Peerage; Duke; Tenant-in-chief; Magnate
Category: Society
Added: 08.09.04
Last modified: 08.07.05

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