Scottish Chiefs Crossword Clue

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We've checked our database and believe the answer is THANES which was last seen in the New York Times crossword.
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We think the answer to this crossword clue is: THANES

Updated: October 10, 2023 by Nicoli Westwood

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3	39%	7		Had a complex political structure with chiefs and sub-chiefs

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We think the answer is "THANES" which means:

noun

• A feudal lord or baron
• A man ranking above an ordinary freeman and below a noble in anglo-saxon england (especially one who gave military service in exchange for land)

An example sentence would be:

• "The thanes were loyal subjects of the king."
• "The thanes attended the grand feast in the castle."

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Source	#Number	Answer
New York Times14 Sep 1976	Across 37
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