The feudal system, one who placed himself under the protection of another as his lord or master and in return rendered homage and service; one who held land under feudal tenure.

(封建时代的)臣；家臣；受采邑者。

A retainer; servant.

待从；仆人。

A bondsman; slave.

奴隶；奴仆。

Under the control of a superior power; dependent.

臣属的；附庸的。