SINCE 1828
petit sergeanty
noun
pet·it sergeanty
| \ ˈpet|ē, ˈpet|, |i-\
Definition of petit sergeanty
1
: the rendering of an implement of war (as a bow, sword, lance) annually to the king in accordance with English feudal law
2
: the right to or the duty of petit sergeanty
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