Complete Definition of "subsellium"

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

Noun
en-noun|subsellia

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

References
R:Dictionary.com|subsellium

Latin
Etymology
sub- (under) + sella (seat).

Noun

  1. a low seat or bench.

References
R:Dictionary.com|subsellium

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