Emily Dickinson Lexicon
Definition for PAL'ACE-COURT
PAL'ACE-COURT, n.
The domestic court of the kings of Great Britain, which administers justice between the king's domestic servants. It is held once a week before the steward of the household and knight marshal; its jurisdiction extending twelve miles in circuit from his majesty's palace. – Blackstone.
Return to page 6 of the letter “P”.