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Dutch to English translations [PRO] History | | Dutch term or phrase: stadsheer | some kind of medieval rank
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| | | Lord of the town | Explanation: The above translation is literal, there might be a better term for it.
As for the meaning: feudal overlord, exercised highest public authority over a town within his territory, before towns gained independence and own government. |
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| Grading comment in fact I settled for "town ruler" - but the idea was right 4 KudoZ points were awarded for this answer |
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