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Capitulary

Description:

A capitulary refers to a type of legal code or collection of laws issued by a medieval monarch or emperor. Capitularies were used to establish the authority of the ruler and ensure the proper administration of justice in their realm.

Examples:

Noun:

1. The capitulary of Charlemagne contained numerous laws regarding property rights.
2. Historians often consult capitularies to study the legal system of medieval Europe.

Adjective:

1. The scholars analyzed the capitulary reforms implemented by the emperor.
2. Capitulary decisions played a crucial role in shaping feudal society.

Related Products:

• Books on Medieval Law
• Books on Charlemagne