Medieval Europe Vocabulary

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a person who holds beliefs that are contrary to the teaching of a church or other group

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Heretic

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The economic and political system that developed in Europe during the Middle Ages.

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Feudalism

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A man who has taken a solemn vow to devote his life to prayer and service in a monastery.

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Monk

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a ruler or powerful landowner

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Lord

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a covering, usually made of metal or leather, worn to protect the body during fighting

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Armor

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an armed warrior

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Knight

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a medieval knight’s code of ideal behavior, including bravery, loyalty, and respect for women

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Chivalry

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In feudalism, a person who worked the land.

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Peasant

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a deep, wide ditch often filled with water

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Moat

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A person who belonged to a tribe or group that was considered uncivilized.

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Barbarian