landed society
A 'landed society' refers to a socio-economic class primarily deriving wealth and status from land ownership, historically significant in shaping societal structures.
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Definition
C1Socio-Economic Class
(historical, British)A class of landowners who derive their wealth and social status primarily from rental income generated by their properties, positioned just below the aristocracy.
Example
- Members of the landed society often had vast estates and significant influence in rural areas.
C1Societal Structure
(historical)A system where power and influence are concentrated among landowners, often linked with aristocratic or feudal systems.
Example
- The landed society played a crucial role in the governance and economy of feudal Europe.
B2Agricultural Community
(general)A community where the primary economic and social activities revolve around agriculture and land ownership.
Example
- In a landed society, farming and land management are the main sources of livelihood.
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