piepowder (Meaning)
piepowder (n.)
An ancient court of record in England, formerly incident to every fair and market, of which the steward of him who owned or had the toll was the judge.
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An ancient court of record in England, formerly incident to every fair and market, of which the steward of him who owned or had the toll was the judge.
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The medieval piepowder courts dispensed justice to traders and travelers at markets and fairs.
The piepowder court held jurisdiction over cases arising within a day's journey of the market or fair.
The piepowder court swiftly resolved disputes, using juries composed of merchants or other fairgoers.
The term "piepowder" derives from the medieval French phrase "pied poudreux," meaning "dusty foot."
