castle-guard

noun — 3 senses

castle-guard

noun

The guard or defence of a castle.

Law UK, Obsolete A tax or imposition on a dwelling within a certain distance of a castle, for the purpose of maintaining watch and ward in it; castleward.

A feudal tenure, obliging the tenant to perform service within the realm, without limitation of time.

Synonyms: castleward
Related terms: wardable

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