1. (n.) The state of being a vassal, or feudatory.

2. (n.) Political servitude; dependence; subjection; slavery; as, the Greeks were held in vassalage by the Turks.

3. (n.) A territory held in vassalage.

4. (n.) Vassals, collectively; vassalry.

5. (n.) Valorous service, such as that performed by a vassal; valor; prowess; courage.

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