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The Clue

Feudal landholder (5 letter answer)

The Answer

THANE

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Notes

The answer THANE is seen frequently, appearing about once every 180 puzzles.

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Definition

THANE as a noun:

1. a feudal lord or baron
2. a man ranking above an ordinary freeman and below a noble in Anglo-Saxon England (especially one who gave military service in exchange for land)