capitaneus

capitaneus (kap-i-tay-nee-[schwa]s). [Law Latin “tenant in chief”]

1. Hist. A tenant in capite; one who holds title directly from the king. — Also termed cataneus.

2. Maritime law. A ship captain or naval commander.

3. A ruler or leader.

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