cas|tle-guard

cas|tle-guard: cas|tle-guard «KAS uhl _GAHRD», noun.

1. the binding obligation of a feudal tenant to defend his lord's castle when called upon to do so.

2. the tenure of such service.

3. a tax levied in place of this service.

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