frithstool

See also: frith stool

English

Alternative forms

Etymology

frith + stool

Noun

frithstool (plural frithstools)

  1. (historical) An Anglo-Saxon stone seat, placed near the altar of a church, which afforded protection to those seeking sanctuary.
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