Medieval History

Medieval History Glossary Terms Beginning with D

Medieval words and terms related to the Middle Ages.

Danegeld
The Danegeld refers to both the tax and the payment it was levied to make.

The Danelaw
How a region in England came to be called the Danelaw.

Demesne
Part of every manor was the lord's demesne.

Diocese
A diocese is a district of the Christian Church that may be overseen by a bishop, depending on its location.

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