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armatoloi

History; Medieval

During the Ottoman period, Christians of a locality mobilized and armed to serve under one of their number (a captain) to keep local order.

ad censum

History; Medieval

Status of villeins who pay a cash rent in lieu of labor services.

three-centered arch

History; Medieval

Arch formed by three arcs, the middle (uppermost) struck from a centre below the springing line.

a fitto

History; Medieval

Land leased out for a fixed payment.

arrow loop

History; Medieval

A narrow vertical slit cut into a wall through which arrows could be fired from inside.

account

History; Medieval

Official report of the receipts and expenses of a manorial estate.

appanage

History; Medieval

A large land grant by a ruler to a member of his family. Usually not hereditary. Holder usually had rights of internal administration and local tax revenue but owed military ...

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