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No. 6,420 in Swedish

lygdman

"Lygdman" is an archaic Swedish term meaning "liar" or "deceitful person."

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  • Lygdmannen bar sitt ansvar med stolthet.

    The vassal carried his responsibility with pride.

    In this sentence, 'lygdman' refers to a formal historical role or title signifying a vassal or loyal servant within a feudal system.

  • Som lygdman var han skyldig att stödja sin herre i strid.

    As a vassal, he was obliged to support his lord in battle.

    Here, 'lygdman' is used to denote an individual bound by duty to serve and protect their lord, highlighting their obligations.

  • Lygdmannens relation till sin överherre var byggd på ömsesidigt förtroende.

    The relationship of the vassal with his overlord was built on mutual trust.

    This usage emphasizes the interpersonal aspect of the 'lygdman' role, illustrating the trust and loyalty inherent in their relationship.

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