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Counterscarp

History; Medieval

Outer slope or wall of a ditch. See scarp crenellation see battlements.

Couple-close roof

History; Medieval

Pair of spars belonging to a roof, each independent of the next pair.

Court of common pleas

History; Medieval

Common law court to hear please involving disputes between individuals. Almost all civil litigation is within its term of reference, as is supervision of manorial and local courts.

Collar-beam

History; Medieval

Horizontal tie connecting a pair of rafters below the ridge or above the feet.

Collegiate

History; Medieval

Church served by college of Canons or church Prebendaries.

Common law

History; Medieval

The term referring to the legal procedures and interpretations that become universal through general acceptance.

Commune concilium

History; Medieval

Norman equivalent of Anglo Saxon Witan. Decision taken at such meetings, either judicial or military, are binding on the vassals.

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