subsellium

Etymology
Originates 1695–1705 from Latin subsellia (low seat or bench), from sub- (under) + sella (seat).

Noun

 * 1) A projecting ledge on the stalls in a church where persons might lean whilst standing during prayers; misericord.

Etymology
sub- (under) + sella (seat).

Noun

 * 1) a low seat or bench
 * 2) the bench (of a judge)