Ízenému

Ízenému is a term that appears in historical Hungarian contexts, specifically related to land ownership and feudal obligations. It generally refers to a free peasant or a landowning individual who possessed a certain amount of land and was therefore subject to specific duties and rights within the medieval feudal system. The precise size of the landholding that qualified someone as ízenému could vary by region and time period.

Holders of ízenému status were distinct from serfs or those with no land. They had a degree of autonomy and were expected to provide military service, labor, or payments in kind to their lord or the crown. This status was a crucial element in the social and economic structure of medieval Hungary, influencing agricultural production, military strength, and the overall distribution of power. The concept of ízenému highlights the layered nature of medieval society, where land ownership often determined one's place and responsibilities.