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Clerestory

History; Medieval

The third or top storey of a church containing a row of windows.

Chamfered

History; Medieval

Formed by cutting away the arris or sharp edge of either stone or timber to any given width.

The officer of the royal household who serves as the monarch's secretary or notary. The chancellor is responsible for the Chancery, the arms of the royal government dealing with domestic and foreign ...

Chantry

History; Medieval

Chapel endowed for the saying of Mass for the soul of a particular person or family.

Chapter

History; Medieval

Governing body of cathedral (Dean and Chapter) or monastery.

Charter of franchise

History; Medieval

Documents granting liberty to a serf by his lord. The term also applies to the freedom granted to the inhabitants of a town or borough. The issue of a Charter of Franchise frees the town from ...