What is demesne slave?

The term "demesne slave" refers to a slave who is owned and directly controlled by the owner on their personal land or estate, known as the demesne. In feudal societies, the demesne was the portion of land reserved for the lord or landowner's personal use, and demesne slaves were typically assigned various tasks and labor on this land. They were considered the property of the landowner and had limited rights and freedoms.