bondman

Example Sentences

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It is true that, both in theory and in practice, it was held that whatever was acquired by the bondman was acquired by the lord.

From Villainage in England Essays in English Mediaeval History by Vinogradoff, Paul

"Zercho is a Jazyge," said the bondman, rising and rubbing his bruised shins.

From A Captive of the Roman Eagles by Dahn, Felix

He has been so long a bondman, the irons have cut so deeply into his flesh, that on first coming out into God's good light he staggers blindly as one drunk.

From Doctor Cupid by Broughton, Rhoda

Even comfortable circumstances, which he apparently enjoyed, created in the Malmesbury bondman no satisfaction with his lot.

From Chaucer and His England by Coulton, G. G.

A fire was indeed coming—was already kindled—which was to set the bondman free: and God was in the fire.

From Cudjo's Cave by Trowbridge, J. T. (John Townsend)