ˈfȯl(d)ˌstül noun
Etymology: part translation of Medieval Latin faldistolium, faldistorium, of Germanic origin; akin to Old Saxon faldistōl folding chair — more at fauteuil
1. : a folding stool or chair ; specifically : such a chair used by a bishop when not occupying his throne or when officiating outside his own cathedral church
2. : a similar stool or small desk at which one kneels during devotions ; especially : one used by the king of England at his coronation
3. : the desk from which the litany is read in churches of the Anglican Communion
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