The term "Lord of the Manor" refers to a title historically held by a landowner in medieval England. This individual had control over a specific area of land, known as a manor, and was responsible for managing the estate and its inhabitants. The lord often had legal authority over the land and its tenants, who worked the land in exchange for protection and the right to live there. In addition to land management, the Lord of the Manor had various rights, including collecting rents and taxes from serfs and peasants. This title was often hereditary, passed down through generations, and played a significant role in the feudal system that structured medieval society.