A glassy colorless mineral occurring in rhombohedral
crystals, sometimes used as a gem. It is a silicate of glucina, and
receives its name from its deceptive similarity to quartz.
Rigorous; stringent; harsh. [Obs.] Punishing with the rod of district severity. Foxe.
1. (Feudal Law) The territory within which the lord has the power of coercing and punishing. 2. A division of territory;...