QUARTERAGE Meaning and
Definition
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Quarterage is a term primarily used in the context of feudalism and land tenure systems. It refers to the rent or payment made by a tenant or vassal to their lord or superior in exchange for the right to occupy and exploit a specific area of land.
In feudal societies, land was typically granted by the lord to a tenant or vassal for their use, but not for exclusive ownership. In return, the tenant would owe certain obligations to the lord, including providing quarterage. This payment was usually a portion of the produce, livestock, or other resources extracted from the land, although it could also be in the form of monetary or service-based obligations.
The purpose of quarterage was to ensure that the lord maintained a steady stream of income or resources from their vassals. It was typically collected annually or at regular intervals, and failure to pay could result in penalties, eviction, or loss of tenure.
Apart from its historical context, "quarterage" can also be used more broadly to denote any form of rent or payment for the use of land or property. However, its usage in contemporary language is relatively rare and mostly confined to legal or historical discussions.
Common Misspellings for QUARTERAGE
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Etymology of QUARTERAGE
The word "quarterage" has its origins in Middle English. It comes from the Old French word "quartier" which means "quarter" or "district". The suffix "-age" is added to indicate the act or state of something. In the context of "quarterage", it refers to the act of paying rent or fees for the use of a quarter or district of land.
