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medieval
Noun

Definitions

  1. 1. Middle Ages (in Japan esp. the Kamakura and Muromachi periods)
  2. 2. medieval times
  3. 3. Middle Ages
Refers to the medieval period in history, generally covering roughly the 5th to 15th centuries in a European context, or a similar era in Japanese history. It is used when discussing historical events, culture, or society from that time period.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

If Kamakura was the center of medieval Japan, then what was Kyoto?

Sentence 2

"Were temples like schools in the Middle Ages?" the child asked, eyes wide.

Sentence 3

"Were medieval swords actually sharp?" my friend was skeptical.

Sentence 4

Where did medieval authority even come from, I wonder?

Sentence 5

Why am I putting up with this like some medieval ascetic?