Emily Dickinson Lexicon
Definition for FALD'STOOL
FALD'STOOL, n. [fald or fold and stool.]
- A kind of stool placed at the south side of the altar, at which the kings of England kneel at their coronation. – Johnson.
- The chair of a bishop inclosed by the railing of the altar.
- An arm-chair or folding chair. Ashmole.
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