Definitions from Black's Law Dictionary: 2nd Edition and Ballentine's Law Dictionary as are available for each term in each dictionary.
  • Ballentine's Law Dictionary

    A feudal penalty imposed for disobedience of the king’s order to take up arms.

  • Black's Law Dictionary: 2nd Edition

    In feudal law. A fine for not setting out to join the army in obedience to the summons of the king.