suit and service

noun

The duty of feudatories to attend the courts of their lords or superiors in time of peace, and in war to follow them and complete military service.

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Meanings

nounsuit and service (uncountable)
  1. historicaluncountablefeudal lawThe duty of feudatories to attend the courts of their lords or superiors in time of peace, and in war to follow them and complete military service.

    Synonyms: suit service

Synonyms & antonyms

nounThe duty of feudatories to attend the courts of their lords or superiors in time of peace, and in war to follow them and complete military service.

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“suit and service.” WatkinsX Dictionary, https://dictionary.watkinsx.com/word/suit%20and%20service. Accessed November 5, 2026.

Chicago

WatkinsX Dictionary, s.v. “suit and service,” accessed November 5, 2026, https://dictionary.watkinsx.com/word/suit%20and%20service.

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