subinfeudation
sub·in·feu·da·tion
noun \ˌsəb-ˌin-fyü-ˈdā-shən\Definition of SUBINFEUDATION
: the subdivision of a feudal estate by a vassal who in turn becomes feudal lord over his tenants
— sub·in·feu·date transitive verb
Origin of SUBINFEUDATION
sub- + infeudation enfeoffment
First Known Use: circa 1730
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