Middle French

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Etymology

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From Medieval Latin brenāgium, from brenna (bran as dog food) + -āgium. Equivalent to bren (bran) +‎ -age.

Noun

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brenage m (plural brenages)

  1. A form of feudal tenure based on the payment of bran or other cereals to maintain the lord's hounds; land held under such tenure. [14th–15th c.]

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