bondman
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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
In each case, “whatsoever one may do that is good, this he will receive from the Lord, whether he be a bondman or a freeman.”
From The Expositor's Bible: Ephesians by Findlay, G. G.
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
Fiercely agitated by such thoughts, he sent the bondman, who was crouching beside the fire, to the tent.
From A Captive of the Roman Eagles by Dahn, Felix
Even against his lord the bondman had some standing ground for a civil action.
From Villainage in England Essays in English Mediaeval History by Vinogradoff, Paul
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