Alsatia

[ al-sey-shuh ]

noun

1. name formerly given to the Whitefriars district in London, England, which was a sanctuary for debtors and lawbreakers.
2. ancient name of Alsace.

Alsatia

/ ælˈseɪʃə /

noun

1. See Alsace
   the ancient name for Alsace
2. an area around Whitefriars, London, in the 17th century, which was a sanctuary for criminals and debtors

Example Sentences

Then followed some sage advices, dictated by Lowestoffe's acquaintance with Alsatia and its manners.

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The time is propitious, for as the council is now met in Alsatia, so the Temple walks are quiet.

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You might seek mercy in the Star-Chamber, or holiness in hell, with better success than quiet in Alsatia.

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Mrs. Martha Trapbois had dwelt too long in Alsatia, to be either surprised or terrified at the altercation she had witnessed.

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But Beck was far better off than most who occupied the various settlements in that Alsatia,—he had his room to himself.

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