noun a man of rank or authority
Seigneur can be found in literary works set in medieval or feudal settings, often used to refer to a noble or lord.
In historical contexts, seigneur may refer to a feudal lord or noble in medieval Europe.
Seigneur is a French word meaning 'lord' or 'master', commonly used in literature and historical texts.
In feudal systems, a seigneur is a lord or noble who holds land granted by a higher authority, often in exchange for military service or other obligations.
In literature, the term 'seigneur' may be used to refer to a noble or lordly character in a story.
Historians may use the term 'seigneur' when discussing feudal societies and the role of lords in medieval times.
In a French language class, the term 'seigneur' may be taught as a title for a nobleman or feudal lord in French history.