lit de justice

[ lee duh zhys-tees ]

French.

1. the sofa upon which the king of France sat when holding formal sessions of the parliament.
2. the session itself.

Word History and Origins

Origin of lit de justice¹

Literally, “bed of justice”

Example Sentences

The King has called them to Versailles to-morrow, where he will hold a lit de justice, and compel them to register the tax.

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In the course of this simple and graphic description mention has been made of the lit de justice (seat of justice).

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A lit de justice was necessary to provide for the requirements of the government.

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General Triscoe, from his 'lit de justice', passed this point in silence.

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Yesterday they took the young king to parliament for his first lit de justice.

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