SUBSELLIUM

Etymology

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

Noun

subsellium (plural subsellia)

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

Source: Wiktionary


Sub*sel"li*um, n.; pl. Subsellia. Etym: [L.] (Eccl. Arch.)

Definition: One of the stalls of the lower range where there are two ranges. See Illust. of Stall.

Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition



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