ministerialis

English

noun
Definitions
  • (historical) A non-noble (originally unfree) official or retainer under certain feudal systems, especially in the Holy Roman Empire, who had specific military duties to his lord.

Etymology

Derived from Latin ministerialis (ministerial).

Origin

Latin

ministerialis

Gloss

ministerial

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