faldstool Definition

faldstool
noun

1. A bishop's armless seat, used when officiating at their own church away from their throne, or at another church.
2. A foldable stool or desk at which worshippers kneel during certain parts of a church service.
3. A small desk in churches in England, at which litany is sung or said.
4. A coronation stool.

Etymology: 11c: as fyldestol, from Latin faldistolium folding chair.