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But when Aemond arrives unexpectedly, the castellan wonders if a duel can’t be avoided.—
Amanda Whiting,
Vulture,
29 June 2026 Conversely, the castellan (the commander of the castle and the king's loyal man) might capitulate if certain promises of safety, payment, and bounty were provided.—
William Gurstelle,
Popular Mechanics,
11 Apr. 2019
Word History
Etymology
Middle English castelleyn, from Anglo-French castelain, chastelein, from Latin castellanus occupant of a fortress, from castellanus of a fortress, from castellum fortress — more at castle