One doing the lord's work? (6)

I believe the answer is:

vassal

(Other definitions for vassal that I've seen before include "Retainer, dependant" , "Feudal subordinate" , "Feudal inferior" , "Person totally subordinated by another" , "Medieval land-holder" .)

I've seen this clue in The New York Times.

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