bondman

Example Sentences

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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

His bondman rose from the ground in a fury not to be described.

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

He had gone to London before the party at Pendarrel, to consult Mr. Truby, and to see his bondman, Everope.

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

It is true that, both in theory and in practice, it was held that whatever was acquired by the bondman was acquired by the lord.

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

Even comfortable circumstances, which he apparently enjoyed, created in the Malmesbury bondman no satisfaction with his lot.

From Chaucer and His England by Coulton, G. G.