Alodial
Alodial refers to a type of land tenure that is held in absolute ownership, free from any feudal dues or obligations to a lord or sovereign. In essence, alodial land is owned outright by the proprietor, who has full rights to use, sell, or bequeath it without interference or rent. This form of ownership stands in contrast to feudal landholding, where land was granted by a lord in exchange for services or rent, creating a hierarchical system of obligations.
Historically, alodial land tenure was more common in some regions and periods than others. It represented a