castle-guard Meaning, Definition & Usage

Cas"tle-guard` noun

Definitions

1. The guard or defense of a castle.
2. (O. Eng. Law) A tax or imposition an a dwelling within a certain distance of a castle, for the purpose of maintaining watch and ward in it; castle-ward.
3. A feudal tenure, obliging the tenant to perform service within the realm, without limitation of time.