A tribute or payment demanded from a subject population, particularly in historical medieval contexts; a form of tax or levy.
From Irish/Gaelic carraig or similar roots, referring to an obligation or payment. The term appears in historical documents describing medieval Irish and British feudal relationships.
Medieval lords demanded 'carceags' from their subjects—it was basically a feudal tax where poor farmers had to pay tribute to keep their land and survive!
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