subsellium

Meaning

Noun

  • A projecting ledge on the stalls in a church where persons might lean whilst standing during prayers; misericord.

Origin

  • Originates 1695–1705 from Latin subsellia (low seat or bench), from sub- (under) + sella (seat).

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