bondman

Example Sentences

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And now Michael determined, if possible, to make Everope his bondman.

From Trevethlan: Volume 1 A Cornish Story. by Watson, William Davy

Sinson took very good care, in the disquietude of his suspicious temper, that his bondman should not be left in the way of temptation.

From Trevethlan: (Vol 2 of 3) A Cornish Story. by Watson, William Davy

It allowed the bondman a large amount of leisure, or time which he need not devote to his master's service; 2.

From Three Prize Essays on American Slavery by Baldwin, A.C.

Any agreement with a bondman led to a forfeiture of the lord's rights.

From Villainage in England Essays in English Mediaeval History by Vinogradoff, Paul

"Now therefore, I pray thee, let thy servant abide as a bondman, instead of the lad."

From The Dramatization of Bible Stories An experiment in the religious education of children by Lobingier, Elizabeth Erwin Miller