Capitulary
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Capitulary is a noun meaning A member of an ecclesiastical chapter.
Meaning
A member of an ecclesiastical chapter.
More Meanings
- A set of decrees, especially those made by the Frankish kings
- Of or related to a chapter, in its various senses.
- Of or related to the Capitoulate of Toulouse.
Example Sentences
In mid-sixteenth century, the Conseil Général assembled almost eighty men and was, in fact, a remnant of the general assemblies held during the period of the medieval commune; but its functions were mostly limited to a ceremonial hearing of the municipal deliberations and the supervision of the capitulary election.
Word Forms
- capitularies
Synonyms for capitulary
Depending on context, synonyms include capitular.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include capitular, chapter, chapiter, canon, capitoulate, chapellany.
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