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Comitatus

Definition:

Comitatus refers to a noble Germanic warrior band or retinue that pledged loyalty to a chieftain or king in the early medieval period.

Parts of Speech:

• Noun

Senses:

1. A group of warriors or retainers

Usages:

Popular Usage:

In popular usage, the term comitatus is often used to describe the concept of loyalty and duty among a group of warriors serving a leader. It is often associated with the heroism and honor found in medieval literature.

Example sentence: The comitatus pledged their loyalty to the brave king and fought valiantly in every battle.

Local Usage:

In local usage, comitatus can refer to the specific noble warrior bands that existed during the early medieval period, particularly among the Germanic tribes.

Example sentence: The comitatus of the Saxons was renowned for their unmatched bravery in battle.

Related Products:

• Comitatus Warrior Figures
• Medieval Literature Books